2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Ram | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
