2010 Audi A1 vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A1 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Audi A1. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 533 kg more than 2010 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A1. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A1 | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A1 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3954 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1416 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
