2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 676 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 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 | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Vitara | W12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
