2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Outback Sport | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Outback Sport | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |