2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (200 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry 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 23 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Grand Vitara | Camry |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |