Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Suzuki Grand Vitara | Ford Taurus X | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 112.9 in | -9 in |
Length | 176.0 in | 200.3 in | -24.3 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 74.9 in | -3.6 in |
Height | 66.7 in | 67.4 in | -0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3505 lb. | 4204 lb. | -699 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.4 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 58.5 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.2 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.8 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 39.4 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 57.9 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 44.0 in | 56.4 in | -12.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.8 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.0 in | -46 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.6 in | -33.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -35.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.4 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | 7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.4 | 47.4 ft3 | -23 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.9 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | -16.3 ft3 |
2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The seat is snug and offers lumbar support. 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 | 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 |
2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2008 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |