2009 Hyundai i10 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 Hyundai i10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i10 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 (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 446 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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 Hyundai i10. 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 (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | i10 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
