2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Grand Vitara | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 248 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |