2008 Suzuki Splash vs. 2010 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Splash 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Splash is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Suzuki Splash (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Splash will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Splash | 2010 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Splash | Splash |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11:01 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3715 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
