2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Pickup would be higher. At 2,736 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 104 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
