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Suzuki SX4 vs. Suzuki Grand Vitara Review

How the Suzuki SX4 stacks up against the Suzuki Grand Vitara - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2010 Suzuki SX4
Price Range: $13,299 - $19,949
2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Price Range: $18,799 - $26,599
Suzuki SX4 vs. Suzuki Grand Vitara Review

Performance
As far as horsepower, the Grand Vitara packs quite a wallop and will knock the Suzuki SX4 down a few rungs. On the flip side, note that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
The Grand Vitara and the Suzuki SX4 have about comparable tires.

Drivetrain
The Suzuki Grand Vitara has a more sizeable engine than the Suzuki SX4. Keep in mind that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but smaller engines can be stressed more. The Suzuki SX4 could learn a lesson or two from the Grand Vitara with respect to pickup. The Suzuki Grand Vitara packs quite a punch compared to the Suzuki SX4 as far as torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly.

Utility
The Suzuki Grand Vitara is a better choice than the Suzuki SX4 in terms of transporting cargo, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of cargo or animals. The Suzuki SX4 and the Suzuki Grand Vitara can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
You'll definitely have to take the SX4 for a fill-up more often than the Suzuki Grand Vitara because of its tank size and fuel economy.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Suzuki Grand Vitara offers a bit more head room than the Suzuki SX4, there really isn't much of a difference. The Grand Vitara offers more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Suzuki SX4 does.

Dimensions
The Suzuki Grand Vitara is markedly heavier than the Suzuki SX4. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Suzuki Grand Vitara than the Suzuki SX4 because of its more capacious tank. The Suzuki Grand Vitara rides lower than the Suzuki SX4, which is a good thing for its center of gravity and ease of access. The Suzuki SX4 and the Suzuki Grand Vitara compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
Producing a precise gas mileage evaluation is so tough that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though the Suzuki SX4 is the winner when it comes to gas mileage. The Suzuki Grand Vitara pales in comparison to the Suzuki SX4 when it comes to gas mileage. The Suzuki SX4 is quite a bit less expensive than the Suzuki Grand Vitara as far as MSRP. The Suzuki Grand Vitara will cost you a bundle in gas every year compared to the Suzuki SX4.

Overview
The Suzuki Grand Vitara and the Suzuki SX4 have the same basic after-sale protection. With respect to warranty against rust, the Suzuki SX4 and the Suzuki Grand Vitara have the same coverage.

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