2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Supra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
