Suzuki Grand Vitara 2003 vs Suzuki Vitara 2015
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Suzuki Grand Vitara) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Suzuki Vitara) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 109 HP | 117 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 156 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 12 seconds | |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara engine produces 8 HP less power than Suzuki Vitara, but torque is 114 NM more than Suzuki Vitara. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.3 | 5.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.6 l/100km | 6.9 l/100km | |
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The Suzuki Vitara is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Suzuki Grand Vitara consumes 1.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Suzuki Vitara, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Suzuki Grand Vitara could require 255 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Suzuki Grand Vitara consumes 1.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Suzuki Vitara. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 56 litres | 47 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 760 km in combined cycle | 830 km in combined cycle | |
| 930 km on highway | 920 km on highway | ||
| 650 km with real consumption | 680 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 195 mm (7.7 inches) | 185 mm (7.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Suzuki Grand 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. | |||
| Suzuki Vitara 2015 1.6 engine: A simple and robust engine, not particularly demanding in terms of fuel quality.
High engine timing chain lifetime.
Tends to increase oil consumption, head gasket failures may occur. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.92 m | 4.18 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.74 m | 1.61 m | |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara is 26 cm shorter than the Suzuki Vitara, width is practically the same , while the height of Suzuki Grand Vitara is 13 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 258 litres | 375 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
828 litres | 710 litres | |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara has 117 litres less trunk space than the Suzuki Vitara. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Suzuki Grand Vitara (by 118 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.4 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Suzuki Grand Vitara is 1 metres less than that of the Suzuki Vitara, which means Suzuki Grand Vitara can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`600 | 1`730 | |
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| Quality: | above average | high | |
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 12 000 | |
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