2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 323 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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 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 Corolla, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
