Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Suzuki Grand Vitara | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4000 |
5.4L V8 OHC-3v 300 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 119.0 in | -15.1 in |
Length | 176.0 in | 206.5 in | -30.5 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 78.8 in | -7.5 in |
Height | 66.7 in | 77.2 in | -10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3682 lb. | 5805 lb. | -2123 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -10.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.6 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 63.2 in | -6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 60.2 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.1 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 39.8 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 63.7 in | -8.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 44.0 in | 59.9 in | -15.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.1 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.9 in | -51.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.2 in | -50.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.7 in | -37.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 117.9 in (over 3 rows) | -39.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.4 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 5.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.4 | 55.0 ft3 | -30.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.9 ft3 | 108.3 ft3 | -39.4 ft3 |
2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Roomy and comfortable for 2 adults, can hold 3 for shorter drives. see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seat is very comfortable. see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review |
2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
I get a very sore ass during long road trips. Steering wheel is too thick and hard. see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The Leather seats are way to hard for any trip over one-hundred miles! see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review |
2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of leg room in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
room to get comfortable on long trips; e-z access to coffee, my phone, my wallet; birds-eye view of the road see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Like sitting in your favorite easy chair in your living room. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of space for larger people and lots of space between front passenger and driver. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Can fit two adults and a car seat in the second row seat. Third row is just as comfortable. see full Ford Expedition review |
2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Hard and flat. see full Ford Expedition review |