2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Challenger (305 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 161 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Challenger (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Suzuki | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4501 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
