2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2008 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 127 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Touran |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
