2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Commercial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Commercial would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 198 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Commercial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Commercial (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Commercial | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Commercial | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
