2007 Skoda Roomster vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Skoda Roomster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Roomster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Skoda Roomster (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Roomster | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Roomster | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
