Dacia Sandero 2016 vs Suzuki Vitara 2015
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 1.4 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 90 HP | 140 HP | |
| Torque: | 220 NM | 220 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
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Suzuki Vitara is a more dynamic driving. Dacia Sandero engine produces 50 HP less power than Suzuki Vitara, the torque is the same for both cars. Due to the lower power, Dacia Sandero reaches 100 km/h speed 2.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.8 | 5.2 | |
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The Dacia Sandero is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Dacia Sandero consumes 1.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Suzuki Vitara, which means that by driving the Dacia Sandero over 15,000 km in a year you can save 210 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 47 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1310 km in combined cycle | 900 km in combined cycle | |
| 1310 km on highway | 1000 km on highway | ||
| Dacia Sandero gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 173 mm (6.8 inches) | 185 mm (7.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Suzuki Vitara can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Suzuki Vitara version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from five 4x4 versions of Suzuki Vitara 2015 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia Duster | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Suzuki Swift, Suzuki SX4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Dacia Sandero might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Suzuki Vitara engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Dacia Sandero 2016 1.5 engine: The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful supply of spare parts. It exhibits an optimal fuel consumption/power ratio. However, the fuel injection system ... More about Dacia Sandero 2016 1.5 engine Suzuki Vitara 2015 1.4 engine: The K14C Boosterjet engine is equipped with a turbocharging system that enhances air intake, providing excellent torque as early as 1,500 RPM. However, the direct injection system contributes to carbon ... More about Suzuki Vitara 2015 1.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.09 m | 4.18 m | |
| Width: | no data | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.62 m | 1.61 m | |
| Trunk capacity: | 320 litres | 375 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1200 litres | no data | |
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Suzuki Vitara has more luggage space. Dacia Sandero has 55 litres less trunk space than the Suzuki Vitara. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Dacia Sandero is 0.2 metres more than that of the Suzuki Vitara. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`600 | 1`730 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | above average | |
| Suzuki Vitara has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Dacia Sandero has serious deffects in 135 percent more cases than Suzuki Vitara, so Suzuki Vitara quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 7800 | 13 400 | |
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