2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 113 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Grand Vitara | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |