2009 Honda Fit vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 177 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. 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 2009 Honda Fit. 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 (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Fit | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4501 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |