2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai ix20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Vitara | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2615 mm |
