2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 653 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Explorer | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
