2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Reno would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Reno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
