2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2010 Suzuki Splash
To start off, both 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2010 Suzuki Splash were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 357 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.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki Splash. 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 (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2010 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Splash |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3865 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
