2009 Suzuki Splash vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Splash. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Splash would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 396 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Suzuki Splash. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Splash | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Splash | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11:01 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1446 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 | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
