2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 425 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
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2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Vitara | Golf |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |