2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 322 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Suzuki | Lexus |
| Model | Grand Vitara | RX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
