2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 230 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Vitara | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
