2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 172 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
