Suzuki Swift 2017 vs Suzuki Grand Vitara 2012
| Body: | Hatchback | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.4 Petrol | 1.9 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Suzuki Swift) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Suzuki Grand Vitara) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| 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: | 230 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 13.2 seconds | |
| Suzuki Swift engine produces 11 HP more power than Suzuki Grand Vitara, but torque is 70 NM less than Suzuki Grand Vitara. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.5 | 6.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.3 l/100km | 7.9 l/100km | |
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The Suzuki Swift is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Suzuki Swift consumes 1.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Suzuki Grand Vitara, which means that by driving the Suzuki Swift over 15,000 km in a year you can save 195 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Suzuki Swift consumes 1.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Suzuki Grand Vitara. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 37 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 670 km in combined cycle | 970 km in combined cycle | |
| 770 km on highway | 1100 km on highway | ||
| 580 km with real consumption | 830 km with real consumption | ||
| Suzuki Grand Vitara gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 120 mm (4.7 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 Vitara, 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 Swift might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Suzuki Swift 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 Swift 2017 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 Swift 2017 1.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.89 m | 4.30 m | |
| Width: | 1.74 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.50 m | 1.70 m | |
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Suzuki Swift is smaller. Suzuki Swift is 41 cm shorter than the Suzuki Grand Vitara, 8 cm narrower, while the height of Suzuki Swift is 20 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 266 litres | 398 litres | |
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Suzuki Grand Vitara has more luggage space. Suzuki Swift has 132 litres less trunk space than the Suzuki Grand Vitara. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Suzuki Swift is 0.8 metres less than that of the Suzuki Grand Vitara, which means Suzuki Swift can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`445 | 2`170 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 13 400 | 5600 | |
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