2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 954 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Wrangler | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
