2008 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis.
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2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | Grandis | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |