The 2004 Suzuki Vitara, the latest model year on record, is 159.8″ long, 69.3″ wide and 65.7″ tall on a 97.6″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,164 lb. At 13.3 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 4.7 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Suzuki Vitara generation, measured
The biggest change in length came in 2003, when the new car was 5.5″ longer than the 1999–2002 one. The biggest change in weight came in 2004: 364 lb heavier than before.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2002 | 148.8″ | 67.3″ | 66.5″ | 86.6″ | 2,811 lb |
| 2003 | 154.3″ | 67.3″ | 65.7″ | 92.1″ | 2,800 lb |
| 2004 | 159.8″ | 69.3″ | 65.7″ | 97.6″ | 3,164 lb |
Vitara year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 159.8″ | 69.3″ | 97.6″ | 1 | |
| 2003 | 154.3″ | 67.3″ | 92.1″ | 2 | |
| 2002 | 152.4″ | 67.3″ | 90.2″ | 3 | |
| 2001 | 152.4″ | 67.3″ | 90.2″ | 3 | |
| 2000 | 152.4″ | 67.3″ | 90.2″ | 3 | |
| 1999 | 152.4″ | 67.3″ | 90.2″ | 3 |
Will a Vitara fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 13.3 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 13.3 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.8 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Among the 280 cars within 10″ of its length, the Vitara is heavier than 83%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 280 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 69.3″ | 67.3″ | +2.0″ |
| Wheelbase | 97.6″ | 97.2″ | +0.4″ |
| Curb weight | 3,164 lb | 2,692 lb | +472 lb |
Vitara against its rivals
Next to the Chevrolet Tracker, the Vitara is the heaviest and the widest of the two.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Vitara (this car) | 2004 | 159.8″ | 69.3″ | 3,164 lb |
| Chevrolet Tracker | 2004 | 159.8″ | 67.3″ | 2,987 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2004 Vitara bigger than the 2003?
Yes: the 2004 model is 5.5″ longer and 364 lb heavier, because 2004 started a new generation.
Which is bigger, the Vitara or the Chevrolet Tracker?
The 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is about the same length as the 2004 Vitara, and 177 lb lighter.
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