2009 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 499 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry. 2009 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Camry | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Camry | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |