2010 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 23 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2010 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Avensis | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
