2001 Nissan MM vs. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan MM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan MM would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2001 Nissan MM has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | MM | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2810 mm |
