2011 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Suzuki SX4 would be higher. Both 2011 Suzuki SX4 and 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara are equipped with a 1,586 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 267 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki SX4. 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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2011 Suzuki SX4 | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
Model | SX4 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11:01 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1605 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |