2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
