2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 545 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Grand Vitara | Sienna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |