Suzuki Vitara 2018 vs Suzuki Grand Vitara 2012
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.4 Petrol | 1.9 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 140 HP | 129 HP | |
| Torque: | 220 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds | |
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Suzuki Vitara is more dynamic to drive. Suzuki Vitara engine produces 11 HP more power than Suzuki Grand Vitara, but torque is 80 NM less than Suzuki Grand Vitara. Thanks to more power Suzuki Vitara reaches 100 km/h speed 3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.2 | 6.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.3 l/100km | 7.9 l/100km | |
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The Suzuki Vitara is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Suzuki Vitara consumes 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Suzuki Grand Vitara, which means that by driving the Suzuki Vitara over 15,000 km in a year you can save 90 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Suzuki Vitara consumes 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Suzuki Grand Vitara. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 750 km in combined cycle | 970 km in combined cycle | |
| 900 km on highway | 1100 km on highway | ||
| 640 km with real consumption | 830 km with real consumption | ||
| Suzuki Grand Vitara gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 185 mm (7.3 inches) | 205 mm (8.1 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Suzuki Swift, Suzuki SX4 | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Megane | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Suzuki Vitara might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| 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. | |||
| 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 | 4.30 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.61 m | 1.70 m | |
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Suzuki Vitara is smaller. Suzuki Vitara is 13 cm shorter than the Suzuki Grand Vitara, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Suzuki Vitara is 9 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 375 litres | 398 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1120 litres | no data | |
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Suzuki Grand Vitara has more luggage space. Suzuki Vitara has 23 litres less trunk space than the Suzuki Grand Vitara. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Suzuki Vitara is 0.6 metres less than that of the Suzuki Grand Vitara, which means Suzuki Vitara can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`730 | 2`170 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 18 800 | 5600 | |
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