2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 4 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 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler 200. 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 (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Chrysler |
| Model | Grand Vitara | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
