2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
