2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, both 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2011 Suzuki Splash were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 34 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 604 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Splash. 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 2011 Suzuki Splash. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Splash |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.6:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
