2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Grand Vitara | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
