2008 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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 160 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A4 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
