2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (289 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
