2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jeep Wrangler (411 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Wrangler | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2777 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
