2008 Suzuki Splash vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Splash. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Splash would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 357 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki Splash. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Splash | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Splash | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11:01 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3715 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
