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. Both 2010 Suzuki SX4 and 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara are equipped with a 1,956 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 254 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 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 | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11:01 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1605 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
