2010 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 31 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 46 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. 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 2010 Suzuki SX4. 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Suzuki SX4 | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | SX4 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11:01 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 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 | 1400 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1605 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
