2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 3 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 738 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo. 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Smart |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4501 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 33 L |
