2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
Model | Grand Vitara | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |