2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan 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 | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Titan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 140 L |
