2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 1 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Vitara | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
