Suzuki Splash 2012 vs Hyundai i10 2013
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 1.2 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 94 HP | 87 HP | |
| Torque: | 114 NM | 120 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12 seconds | 12.3 seconds | |
|
Suzuki Splash is more dynamic to drive. Suzuki Splash engine produces 7 HP more power than Hyundai i10, but torque is 6 NM less than Hyundai i10. Thanks to more power Suzuki Splash reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.1 | 4.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.8 l/100km | 6.1 l/100km | |
|
The Suzuki Splash is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Suzuki Splash consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Hyundai i10, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Suzuki Splash could require 30 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Suzuki Splash consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Hyundai i10. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres | 40 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 880 km in combined cycle | 810 km in combined cycle | |
| 1000 km on highway | 970 km on highway | ||
| 770 km with real consumption | 650 km with real consumption | ||
| Suzuki Splash gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Hyundai i10 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 Hyundai i10 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 390'000 km | 390'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 17 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Opel Agila | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Kia RIO, Kia Picanto, Hyundai i20 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Hyundai i10 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Hyundai i10 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.78 m | 3.67 m | |
| Width: | 1.68 m | 1.66 m | |
| Height: | 1.59 m | 1.50 m | |
|
Suzuki Splash is larger. Suzuki Splash is 11 cm longer than the Hyundai i10, 2 cm wider, while the height of Suzuki Splash is 9 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 178 litres | 252 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
573 litres | 1046 litres | |
|
Hyundai i10 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Suzuki Splash has 74 litres less trunk space than the Hyundai i10. This could mean that the Suzuki Splash uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Hyundai i10 (by 473 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.4 meters | 9.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Suzuki Splash is 0.2 metres less than that of the Hyundai i10. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`485 | 1`450 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | below average | |
| Suzuki Splash has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Hyundai i10 has serious deffects in 60 percent more cases than Suzuki Splash, so Suzuki Splash quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | no data | 7400 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Suzuki Splash has
|
Hyundai i10 has
| |