2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2005 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 814 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2005 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Hardbody | Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2490 mm |