Suzuki Vitara 2018 vs Hyundai Kona 2017
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.4 Petrol | 1.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 140 HP | 120 HP | |
| Torque: | 220 NM | 172 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 12 seconds | |
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Suzuki Vitara is more dynamic to drive. Suzuki Vitara engine produces 20 HP more power than Hyundai Kona, whereas torque is 48 NM more than Hyundai Kona. Thanks to more power Suzuki Vitara reaches 100 km/h speed 2.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.9 | 5.3 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.9 l/100km | 6.5 l/100km | |
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The Hyundai Kona is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Suzuki Vitara consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Hyundai Kona, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Suzuki Vitara could require 90 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Suzuki Vitara consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Hyundai Kona. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 litres | 40 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 790 km in combined cycle | 750 km in combined cycle | |
| 680 km with real consumption | 610 km with real consumption | ||
| Suzuki Vitara gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 185 mm (7.3 inches) | 170 mm (6.7 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 eight 4x4 versions of Suzuki Vitara 2018 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 300'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Suzuki Vitara engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Suzuki Swift, Suzuki SX4 | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Kia Ceed, Hyundai i30, 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 Kona might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Suzuki Vitara 2018 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 2018 1.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.18 m | 4.17 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.61 m | 1.55 m | |
| Suzuki Vitara is 1 cm longer than the Hyundai Kona, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Suzuki Vitara is 6 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 375 litres | 361 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1120 litres | 1143 litres | |
| Suzuki Vitara has 14 litres more trunk space than the Hyundai Kona. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Hyundai Kona (by 23 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`730 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 18 600 | 15 200 | |
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