What is better Subaru Forester or Suzuki Grand Vitara. Duel in Japanese: a comparison between Suzuki Grand Vitara and Subaru Forester? On light off-road

Compact urban crossovers are perhaps at their peak of popularity today. A jeep with a "light character" - of course, such a car is the dream of any motorist. After all, you want so much that two in one - and worthy to maneuver around the city, and in the forest bumps without straining to jump. Such all-terrain desires of motorists around the world willingly undertook to implement. As a result, this niche offers a wide range of SUVs from Nihon koku. And how not to get confused and choose the right model? Of course, by comparison. For example, what is the difference between Subaru Forester and Suzuki Grand Vitara? Which car is better - Forester or Grand Vitara? We will learn about this from our material.

Suzuki Grand Vitara and Subaru Forester - popular Japanese crossovers

Record sales

The sparring between Grand Vitara and Forester begins with an acquaintance. So, Grand Vitara comes from the 90s. The first generation of the car was released in 1997.

Interesting fact: over 310 thousand Vitar were sold on the European market in the first decade. This figure became a record and surpassed all indicators that were previously achieved in the all-wheel drive group.

This model is deservedly considered one of the best representatives of the urban crossover family. The car is not afraid of traffic jams or snowdrifts and is ready to gas on the primer.

Its advantages are also a harmonious ratio of price and quality. There are no special bells and whistles in the standard Suzuki Grand Vitara portfolio, but it is provided.

The car is moderately gluttonous and dynamic. Now the third generation of the Grand Vitara is on the market.

Forester with character

Subaru Forester, like Vitara, was born in 1997. Subarovtsy tried to do their best to make it clear at first glance: this car is a cool rogue. They even gave him a name to match.

If we relay the name of Forester from English to Russian, then, of course, forest motives will sound. So our drivers nicknamed the Subar crossover "Forester", "Forester". So Forester fans say: this car is good for country trips.

As for the interior, Forester cannot boast of style and high cost. Vitara looks more fashionable and is finished with materials that are an order of magnitude better.

Chairs are too small

The Grand Vitara also looks decent in terms of ergonomics. True, there is. Yes, they are well regulated and in principle try to adapt to the driver and passengers. But the thing is, they seem ... small. Apparently, manufacturers were guided by the size of their fellow citizens and did not calculate that Europeans are a more textured nation.

Will the "gallery" be crowded?

They are distinguished by good visibility, nothing interferes with the assessment of the road situation from behind or assembly.

But for the spaciousness of the "gallery" an additional point goes to the Forester, since in Vitara passengers need to work hard to squeeze into the cabin and push a little to get more or less comfortable.

About glare and blue irritant

Another disadvantage of Vitara is the fact that the monitors on the panel glare. Although otherwise, the data from the devices is easy to read. , the backlight works constantly. On the other hand, not every driver will be happy with the Forester panel: the blue background and the selected font are not functional.

Is the trunk roomy?

As for the capacity of the luggage compartment, Forester has more. The Forester can be maximized up to 1660 liters. Suzuki will take 758 liters when assembling the sofa.

Go!

How will the duelists behave on the way? Grand Vitara has a good level of handling in difficult road conditions, as it is equipped with a special stabilization system. For example, if a car "floats" on ice, smart electronics will quickly react and help bring the car out of a dangerous state.

Adapted to the roads

Forester cannot boast of a sporty character or driving habits, but it is difficult to find a more acceptable option for a comfortable, calm ride. Actually, Forester is not for looks or a high-spirited engine. Its strong point is a high degree of adaptation to driving in Russian off-road conditions.

Test drive a car Subaru Forester:

Due to the high ground clearance and four-wheel drive, the Forester conquers almost any obstacle in one breath. Driving a Subaru on a wet or icy road. True, due to the rigid suspension, passengers can shake on heavily broken sections of the canvas.

The car, as we said, is not fast, but obedient and stable. Although according to the passport, Subaru is capable of developing more than the same Vitara. On average, it is 18 km / h faster. Yes, and accelerates, according to the documents, the Forester is 2.4 seconds faster.

Test drive the car Suzuki Grand Vitara:

About appetites ...

The Forester's appetite does not disappoint either. This fellow eats less than a competitor. So, for example, on the highway it will be almost 10% more economical (4.8 versus 5.3). In the city it will take less by 24% (6.2 against 7.4).

... about motors

"Motor" debriefing looks something like this ... The running version of Vitara is a 3.2-liter engine producing 233 "horses". in this version, Suzuki is automatic with five steps.

Forester "leaves" in the following variation: a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine with a capacity of 230 "horses". Equipped their handsome Subarovtsy with a four-speed automatic. Yes, it was, of course, well-tuned, but not in all cases such a box can compete with the same Suzukov ones.

Specifications

Car model:	Suzuki grand vitara	Subaru forester
Manufacturer country:	Japan	Japan
Body type:	sUV	sUV
Number of places:	5	5
Number of doors:	5	5
Engine displacement, cubic meters cm:	3195	1995
Power, hp with. / about. min .:	233/6200	150/6200
Maximum speed, km / h:	200	190
Acceleration to 100 km / h, s:	9,3	10,6
Type of drive:	full	full
Checkpoint:	5 automatic transmission	6 manual transmission, automatic CVT art.
Fuel type:	petrol	petrol
Consumption per 100 km:	city \u200b\u200b14.4; track 8,3	city \u200b\u200b8.5; track 6.0
Length, mm:	4500	4595
Width, mm:	1810	1795
Height, mm:	1695	1735
Clearance, mm:	200	220
Tire size:	225/60 R18	225/60 R17
Curb weight, kg:	1753	1475
Full weight, kg:	2170	2015
Fuel tank volume:	66	60

... and about prices

The average cost of both models in the standard modification "walks" around 1.2 million rubles.

Comfort vs Trend

So what do we have in the final? Vitara or Forester - which car is better? Both versions have their own, but Subaru is still in the lead in terms of the sum of "pluses".

Yes, Forester is not an adrenaline machine, but Vitara also cannot boast of "Schumacher" habits. In general, the Forester is more economical, roomy and. This is a car for lovers of measured, comfortable driving. Although it must be admitted that Subaru is more expensive to maintain.

True, Vitara also has a lot of fans. The car shows itself well both in the city and on the highway, but it looks more stylish, which means it will probably suit those who want to be in trend, and especially girls, because you should not forget about Vitara's “femininity”.

Duel in Japanese: a comparison between Suzuki Grand Vitara and Subaru Forester?

Compact urban crossovers are perhaps at their peak of popularity today. A jeep with a "light character" - of course, such a car is the dream of any motorist. After all, you want so much that two in one - both in the city in traffic jams to maneuver with dignity, and in the forest bumps without straining to jump. Such all-terrain desires of motorists around the world willingly undertook to implement the Japanese automakers. As a result, this niche offers a wide range of SUVs from Nihon koku. And how not to get confused and choose the right model? Of course, by comparison. For example, what is the difference between Subaru Forester and Suzuki Grand Vitara? Which car is better - Forester or Grand Vitara? We will learn about this from our material.

Suzuki Grand Vitara and Subaru Forester - popular Japanese crossovers

Record sales

The sparring between Grand Vitara and Forester begins with an acquaintance. So, Grand Vitara comes from ...

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Cass. the previous video - I in no way belittled the merits of Vitara (which, unfortunately, I don't know) - I just said that it is difficult to judge the cross-country ability, provided that two different people are driving with a fundamentally different driving style. Such tests are more relevant if there is one driver, different cars.

I agree, but it seems like Vitara did not overclock there strongly. I went for a test drive on the new Grand Vitara with a 2.4 liter engine, of course I liked it. From a place down a hill with fair sand I drove in without any problems! But this is so, my amateur impressions, but here is an article where Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Rav 4, Honda CRV were compared:

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As for the smoothness of the ride, the outsider is the Grand Vitara / Grand Vitara. This is not surprising - unlike the RAV4 / RAV4 and CR-V, which are equipped with a fully independent suspension, the rear Grand ...

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I wonder who is buying a Chinese car? It is clear that he is not a prince and not a beggar, because both are not supposed to be in the state. Most likely, this is a person completely devoid of inferiority complexes, although not without ambition. He is not too eager to prove to his neighbors in his dacha that he is not a bastard, but to his neighbors downstream that his car is cooler. He is completely self-sufficient, calm and confident. Therefore, he will not go into debt to buy a well-used and more than once broken BMW. He never cuts anyone, does not get up at a traffic light in front of the first across the lane and does not drive in the opposite lane. Because he does not see the point in this. He needs two things from a car: comfort and reliability, so as not to lose calmness and confidence. Moreover, he values \u200b\u200bcomfort over reliability. He is undeniably reasonable, and his job is not related to travel by car. Perhaps the head of a shop at a small factory or a dentist at a district clinic. He lives, most likely, in the regional center, and uses the car for trips to the dacha and ...

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how much does it cost to replace the windshield of a 2008 Toyota Corolla?
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what nonsense these are completely different auto murano platforms. and a date is a rock of a sports car, there are even engines murk across and in fx and along the moor ka varistor in fx a automatic
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Do I need to disconnect the terminal from the battery when replacing the cigarette lighter bulbs, glove compartment, seat heating buttons ??
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Please tell me it does not start at -10 Nissan Expert 2002gv YD22 - diesel? at -5 -7 after a long torsion, the starter starts! but even on a hot one, not the first time, but you also need to oil it with a starter and sometimes help gasuli?
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starts off from the third front, on the go, the machine does not include not increased, not lower gears, only goes to the third gear. The gear indicator on the display also does not light up, but if it manually switches
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Doesn't it bother anyone here that, according to tests, the new turbofor2009 2.5 is slalom 1.2 mph slower than Suzuki Vitara 2.7?
at the same time, the vitara has a lowering, better overhang angles and passability
and also, Vitara has an honest full-time 47-53 for automatic transmission, in contrast to the connection of a new turbofor for automatic transmission
and also vitara has a weight distribution of 50-50 and almost no rolls, while the new turbophor has a weight distribution of 55-45 and rolls

www.suzuki.co.jp/escudo/
at the restyled vitara
dviglo V6 3.2 liter 224hp / 6200rpm and 2.4 liter 166hp / 6000rpm
turn signals in mirrors
disc brakes on all wheels
18 wheels
www.suzuki-cl ... ead.php? t \u003d 25073
and all this beauty in Russia is promised at the end of 2008

www.zr.ru/articles/55231
Suzuki Grand Vitara drives clearly and clearly, like a good car.
It is a passenger car that resembles the Grand Vitara on the asphalt. And with certain inclinations ...

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Suzuki history

Suzuki Motor Corporation specializes in the manufacture of motorcycles and compact cars. This Japanese company ranks 11th in the world in car production; Suzuki products are sold in more than 190 countries.

Michio Suzuki is considered the founder of the company. In 1909, in a small village on the Japanese coast, he opened a company for the design and manufacture of looms. During the first thirty years, Michio Suzuki, together with a group of talented engineers, was engaged in the improvement and release of equipment for weaving production. The models of machine tools obtained as a result of painstaking work in most parameters were able to surpass the equipment produced in Holland and Britain - countries that are the undisputed leaders in this industry of mechanical engineering. The Japanese government appreciated Michio Suzuki's contribution to industrial development and awarded him the Blue Ribbon Medal.

Following the success came the realization of the need to develop the company and ...

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Results of crossover reliability studies

According to research carried out by the British insurance company Warranty Direct, the most reliable crossover was determined by the Suzuki Grand Vitara, its unreliability index amounted to 38 units of breakdowns per hundred cars, with a mileage of 59.8 thousand kilometers, 305 pounds were spent on its repair, mainly engine repairs were performed.

Less reliable on the list is the Honda CR-V with an index of 50 units, with a mileage of 77.6 thousand kilometers, 320 pounds were spent on its repair, breakdowns were associated with the vehicle's electrical system.

The third in the list of reliability is the Hyundai Tuccon, the index is 78 units, with a mileage of 83.2 thousand kilometers, 309 pounds were spent on its repair, the largest percentage of breakdowns related to the fuel ...

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Horizon sides

Suzuki Grand Vitara, Subaru Forester and Chevrolet Captiva Comparison Test

An individual who does not want to join the jeep guard and does not have a stable class flair, developed by kilometers of conquered off-road routes, is unlikely to recognize a real "mud mixer" in a series of oiled crossovers. And why does he need an all-terrain vehicle? After all, it’s just business: to climb on the curb near the house, roll down the dirt road to the summer cottage, cheerfully navigate a large snowdrift. The cars assembled in this test can handle all this, or rather, in terms of ground clearance ...

Suzuki grand vitara
3.2 (233 HP) 5AT, price: 1,190,000 rubles *
Subaru forester
2.5 Turbo (230 HP) 4AT, price: 1 381 800 rubles *
Chevrolet captiva
3.2 (230 HP) 5AT, price RUB 1 190 800 *

* All prices are indicated at the time of preparation of the material, taking into account the current discounts

Sentence about the imminent extinction of SUVs, or rather, their gradual ...

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Suzuki grand vitara

The Grand Vitara is the only test participant who can handle relatively difficult off-road conditions.

Free conical differentials (D) are installed between the axles. The transfer case has a free differential (SP), made in the form of a planetary gear. The ratio of the teeth of the gears in the mechanism ensures that the torque is distributed at 47:53 in favor of the rear wheels.

If necessary, the driver can exclude the differential from work. The forced lock servo button (P) is located on the center console. To increase the traction capabilities of the car, a reduction gear is also provided in the transfer case.

It is possible to block the center differential both with the included direct transmission in the transfer case, and with the reduction. When the differential is locked by the manufacturer, it is allowed to drive at a speed not exceeding 80 km / h. At the disposal of the driver is also the HNS descent assistance system, which maintains a speed of 5 km / h or 10 ...

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Good day to all!

I want to write a comparative review about two cars: Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 automatic 2010 and Subaru Forester 2.0 aspirated, automatic 2005.

Since 2005, he owned a Forester for 5 years, then the sixth year went and the mileage was close to 100,000, the car was sold via the Internet and in May 2010 the first Grand Vitara was bought (more on that below). Fortunately, another Forik 2007 remained in the family, then new ones came. For five years of owning Forester, there were no complaints about him, he never failed. The equipment for both cars is almost the same. After ********* served in ******, I really liked it, the second Subaru continues to go there for MOT.

Appearance: I like both cars. The choice of car depends on the appearance, the price, where you want to drive it and how convenient and comfortable the future owner likes the interior. I like the interior of the GV in comparison with the Forester, it is more spacious, there is more space in the back, and in the front, the devices are comfortable and bright. IN...

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Compare Subaru Forester and Suzuki Grand Vitara, Ford Kuga, Mazda CX-5, VW Tigua

Urban crossovers or SUVs, as they were dubbed back in the last century, imperceptibly, but very actively and effectively ousted all other classes of cars. They are most massively presented today on the streets of cities and on country roads. New Subaru Forester, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Ford Kuga, Mazda CX-5, VW Tiguan and many others are constantly competing with each other. In this healthy competition, truth is gradually born, shortcomings in successive generations disappear, and numerous advantages are born.

How many motorists - so many opinions. Constantly, here and there, you can hear arguments and debates on the topic of what is better than Subaru Forester or Suzuki Grand Vitara, Ford Kuga, Mazda CX-5 and so on. If you compare Subaru Forester with classmates, you can identify certain pros and cons, which will show an objective picture in the modern world car market and help you choose one or another ...

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Sashok72 wrote: SenyaCAr wrote: a friend has a shop in the village 80 km from the city, every day he does not immediately swear the total for a year mileage 100-120 thousand
This is an exception to the rule. Not every car enthusiast swears like that

This is even an exception to exceptions

qwerty72, arguments?

From myself, as the owner of the previous generation forik, I can note the following ...
- Manageability. Lower car + opposed \u003d low center of gravity. Sane rolls, rulitsya nicely, it is a pleasure to go into turns.
- On mechanics it is always 50/50, the car behaves always predictably. The lowering is regularly used and adds comfort. (as there is with the ratio of the moment and the lowering on the vitara, I do not know)
- Getting into the car. With a ground clearance of 20cm, I did not notice much of a difference in the process of getting into the car after a passenger car. When the wife was pregnant, until the last days, she did not experience any difficulties in order to get into the car
- The trunk. Forik has it really roomy.
-...

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I read the tips and just fucking .. I am. People who have never owned these machines are writing such nonsense. I am the owner of a SUZUKI Grand Vitara 2.4 liter mechanic 2008. I took a new one in the cabin. Currently running 60t. km. The car is six years old and I'm not going to sell it. I bought a car for trips to the country, and fishing. The car suits one hundred percent. The X-trail is owned by the wife's cousin, there is a lot to compare. Just like me, he is happy with the car too.
And so: as the Nissan family wagon is preferable, a large trunk. But if I chose the volume of the trunk, Outlander would take hl. In suzuki it is shorter but taller, does not transform into a flat floor, there are not so many boxes. But in the suzuki trunk you can carry a very large weight, without the risk of breaking the boxes in the trunk floor. I was making repairs with a bathroom tile weighing over 900 pounds. In the cabin from the front in both cars it is convenient. I am 189cm tall. But from the rear in Suzuki, tall passengers will be more comfortable. Get out of ...

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Engine and transmission More valves per cylinder 4 and 2 2 more valves per cylinder. The more valves, the better the combustion of the fuel and, as a result, the power and torque at high rpm increases due to better filling and exhaust of exhaust gases. The larger the diameter of the pistons is 86 mm and 80 mm. 7% more or 6 mm. The larger the cylinder diameter, the larger the intake valve diameter and, as a consequence, the greater the filling ratio. Minus the emissions of toxic substances increase. More engine power

147 h.p. and 129 hp.

108 kw. Vs 95 kw.

12% or 18 bhp. The higher the power of the car, the higher the maximum speed. Don't forget that the increase in horses increases the transport tax! More torque

350 Nm and 300 Nm

258 lbs-ft vs 221.3 lbs-ft

14% or 50 Nm. The more torque, the faster the acceleration. Performance Faster acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h 10.4 ...

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No one used the long-term enemy of the SGVN. It only shipped for a year.
Subaru's image is not cooler at all. Average reliability by ratings. At least I have never met any comparisons with Lexus. Absolutely different categories of cars.

Subaru is a little-known small firm that makes inexpensive cars with a sporty claim. Cars of this brand are not widespread in Europe, they are mostly bought by young people - they are rare, cheap and sporty. Not more.
Suzuki is the fourth largest Japanese manufacturer in terms of production: Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Suzuki, ... Mazda, Mitsubishi, Subaru behind

The company currently employs 115,000 people in more than 190 countries around the world. Suzuki carstoday they are in such demand that the company ranks 11th in the total number of car production among world manufacturers. Suzuki Products
The main activity of the company today ...

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Good day to all!

Since 2005, he owned the Forester for 5 years, then the sixth year went and the mileage was approaching

Good day to all!

I want to write a comparative review about two cars: Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 automatic 2010 and Subaru Forester 2.0 aspirated, automatic 2005.

Since 2005, he owned a Forester for 5 years, then the sixth year went and the mileage was close to 100,000, the car was sold via the Internet and in May 2010 the first Grand Vitara was bought (more on that below)

Fortunately, another Forik 2007 remained in the family, then new ones came. For five years of owning Forester, there were no complaints about him, he never failed. The equipment for both cars is almost the same.

After ********* served in ******, I really liked it, the second Subaru continues to go there for MOT.

Appearance: I like both cars. The choice of a car depends on the appearance, the price, where you want to ride it and how convenient and comfortable the future owner likes the interior

I like the interior of the GV in comparison with the Forester, it is more spacious, there is more space in the back, and in the front, the devices are comfortable and bright. Everything about Subaru is pale green, dull, no pretense. But the seats, fit and steering wheel are more comfortable in the Forester.

But the main thrill that GV does not have is the pleasure of driving, feelings that are difficult to convey in words, but there is a difference. On the dirt road I can't keep up with Forester. There is something wrong with the GW suspension on the ground, both cars are good on the highway, but there are nuances. I have never got stuck on Forester for 5 years, I sat, swam, but left without assistance. I have already sat tightly on GW several times, although in some cases out of stupidity.

Now I carry with me several cables (special), regular and cheap ones are torn at times. The one in the bag normally is not a cable.

Controllability: Subaru perfectly obeys the steering wheel, on the Forester you can enter the turns sideways, everything is predictable, on the GV it is also possible, but very scary, not predictable on the road. Winter, gentle turn, snow, speed 50 km / h, Hakka 5 tires, starts to twist, stops at the side of the road, the feeling cannot be conveyed. I do not have ESP (I should not have saved), I think that if there is an opportunity, then I should take GV 2.4L

Another difference in the head light, the halogen on Suzuki shines perfectly, there was xenon on the Forester, you still can't compare. I went to GV to Sochi with my child, and we got there without stopping for the night.

I was not tired on the road, I liked it, the car goes well along the highway, it does not bother, but you cannot be distracted from the road, it imperceptibly goes to the side, there is no such thing on the Forester, the steering wheel is very informative, but it does not convey bumps from the road, and you feel where the car is going ... A lot has been written about rugs, buttons, I won't.

Why did I buy the Grand Vitara and not the new Forester. I arrived in April in *********, the car was promised in September and at a new price, up to this point I had already sat out in all so-called. SUVs, on some I drove

So I went to ******, ordered NGV 2.0, automatic, the car arrived at the beginning of May, a dark gray beauty.

I drove happily to TO-15000, of course I did it at the official's, but not in *******, but nearby. I had to urgently go to Voronezh on business. For a long time I wanted to write a separate review about this. But I'll tell you briefly. On the section of the highway between Voronezh and Yelets, a light bulb lights up - oil, thoughts - THAT did it, everything must be great, I take my foot off the gas, the car stalls, all the warning lights come on, I smoothly stop at the side of the road.

I get out of the car: the whole car is covered in oil, there is smoke from under the hood, I open it, pull out the oil dipstick, from there there is flame, smoke, the dipstick is dry. Thought - PPC! My wife and I were light, it was starting to snow on the street ... Sunday 10 am, I call the dealer

When he finds out where I am, he says that the tow trucks are over.

Offers to get out of the situation yourself. I found a tow truck phone at the CASCO operators, the car arrived at 19 pm, it was getting dark, my wife was almost frozen. It's good that there was cognac in the car (take note)

At about 2 am we drove up to the dealer, but the security did not start up the car, although he asked in advance by phone to warn and let the car into the territory, as a result we leave right on the Moscow Ring Road.

The next morning we lift the car onto a lift, remove the pallet, and there is a bolt of the oil drain neck, a photo. They pour oil, start the car, watch, listen and say that you cannot drive a car with this engine. I say, write the inspection report, and they answer that they will not write (ok!). Then, within 2-3 weeks of negotiations, we decide to pass on the trade, because the dealer offers only engine repair, they will not change for a new one, it was possible to sue, but it would be long and the result is not known. I do not want to go into details, but after each communication I feel that you have been fucked again.

Okay, in the end, a refund for a tow truck, a free replacement car for a month, until a new one arrives. I have a new loan, debts, a loss in the region of 400,000 rubles (counting dopas, insurance, price difference, loss when selling by trade), they are bred there cool, professionals, everyone should earn. When asked why we twist the bolts so badly, I was told: “A boy after the army, a hostel, two children, what to take from him! You're just out of luck. "

Now the new car has a rear parking sensor, a towbar, an alarm, replaced the music (super), sheathed the steering wheel with leather (it has become much more pleasant) and now I enjoy owning a car. But the sediment remained.

The review was not posted immediately, during this time I looked at the car again (more than a year has passed), and I like it and suit it in all respects. And to sit comfortably, and there is enough trunk, etc.

The Vitara and Forester models are urban crossovers of 2 Japanese manufacturers Suzuki and Subaru, available with all-wheel drive transmissions, are not classmates. They differ from each other in overall dimensions, weight, luggage compartment volume, engine power. Crossovers belong to 2 different "weight categories" - compact and mid-size. Subaru Forrester is larger, more powerful and more respectable than its compatriot, but is sold at a higher price. How justified is it? What can the Vitara, compact in size and modest in equipment, oppose to the more representative and charismatic Forester? We will try to answer these questions.

Positioning machines

Table 1. Comparison of technical characteristics of crossovers

Characteristic
Number of motors to choose from
Number of checkpoints to choose from
type of drive	Front / Full
Gas tank volume, l
Recommended fuel
Curb weight, kg
L x W x H, in mm	4175 to 1775 to 1610	4595 or 4610 at 1795 at 1735
Wheelbase length, mm
Trunk volume (standard and maximum), l		489/1541 or 1548
Maximum speed, km / h
Acceleration to 100 km / h, in s

Suzuki Vitara, who lost the Grand prefix in the new generation, finally moved away from the off-road progenitors. No frame body, rigid suspension and engine that pulls from the bottom. The novelty is developed on the SX4 platform. In terms of overall dimensions and general philosophy, it is closer to "bloated" passenger cars with high ground clearance than to full-fledged crossovers.

Forester is a mid-size CUV car that can surprise off-road, but to the best of its ability. Even a powerful turbocharged 2.5 engine and a more or less "honest" 4x4 system do not correct the situation, since a continuously variable variator is supplied in 7 out of 8 Forester versions. Therefore, the main place of exploitation is the city with asphalt roads.

Design and interior

During the last restyling, Forester freshened up and began to look more modern. However, the design of the car is still "boring" and requires cardinal changes. Vitara, in contrast to the masculine and fit Forester, looks more feminine, cute and non-aggressive. The big brother SX4 offers 18 color combinations. In this case, the future buyer chooses an original color scheme, for example, a silver body with a black roof.

Not so rosy with the Vitara interior. You can feel the savings in the details. Even the luxury versions of the compact crossover do not impress with the quality of the finishing materials. The driver and passengers are greeted by hard plastic, simple buttons, etc.

Of the advantages of the interior, it is worth noting a cute clock in the central part of the dashboard. The standard multimedia system from Bosch pleases with clarity and high speed. The interior of the Forester looks richer and feels more comfortable.

In terms of interior design and quality of finishing materials, Vitara lagged behind Forester and other compact classmate crossovers. Too few fresh ideas, too much cheap plastic. The interior of the car doesn't look like its money. Subaru Forrester pleases with the ergonomics of the cabin and a cozy atmosphere. Has a modern multimedia system, comfortable steering wheel, high-quality seats.

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Selection of engines and gearboxes

Suzuki Vitara is offered with 2 motors to choose from. Both engines run on gasoline. The younger one, which has a factory index M16A, with multipoint injection at a 1.6-liter volume, produces 117 horsepower. Works in tandem with 5-speed "mechanics" or 6-speed "automatic". Its power and maximum torque of 156 Nm is not enough for active driving.

The 1.4-liter BOOSTERJET turbo engine is offered in the S special version. It has serious technical characteristics - 140 hp. and 220 Nm. In a complete set with "mechanics" it is able to accelerate Vitara to the first hundred in 9.5 seconds.

Subaru Forester comes with more powerful engines. There are 3 options to choose from with a return of 150, 171 and 241 hp.

The Forester versions are less economical compared to the Vitara, but more dynamic due to the large power reserve that allows you to maneuver in city traffic and more confidently go to overtake on a suburban highway. 6-automatic transmission is a plus for the compact Suzuki crossover, but the competitor's "variator" is frankly pleasing. It has good smoothness and is well tuned for joint work with motors.

Price

The initial cost of Vitara is 1,055 thousand rubles. For this money, the car owner will receive a mono-drive crossover with "mechanics" and a 1.6-liter engine. The price of all-wheel drive versions of the CUV starts at 1.34 million rubles, which is a lot for a car with a low-power 117-horsepower engine. A model with a 4x4 system, a turbocharged power unit and a 6-automatic transmission costs from 1,585 thousand rubles.

The Forester's starting price reflects 1.66 million rubles (6-speed manual, all-wheel drive and 2.0i engine). The price of the most powerful version starts from 2,599,900 rubles, but the Japanese manufacturer offers much more for this money.

It is not entirely correct to compare prices and configurations of crossovers. However, the price tag for the Suzuki looks a bit overpriced. An all-wheel drive compact crossover with a rather weak engine, insufficiently equipped and spacious interior with a price of 1.5 million rubles is too much.

Road behavior

In an urban setting

Neither the first nor the second car can boast of exemplary smoothness on Russian roads. Suspension Suzuki Vitara conveys minor defects to the body in detail. But at speed, this crossover is distinguished by its composure, it does not roll when entering corners. The only thing is that the acceleration dynamics of a 1.6-liter engine in conjunction with a 6-automatic transmission is not enough. Turbo version 1.4. feels more cheerful.

Forester is too informative and harsh on the road. It conveys the unevenness of the roadway to the passenger compartment in detail, unnerving drivers and passengers. But it rides much more actively and more fun, pleases with accelerating dynamics with low fuel requirements. Average fuel consumption even with a 241-horsepower engine does not rise above 11-12 liters in the urban cycle.

Video: Subaru Forester 2016 Test Drive / Subaru Forester 2016 Igor Burtsev

The 6-automatic transmission in the Vitara is more reliable than the Lineartronic CVT. On the smoothness of the course, there are no special differences.

The only advantages of Suzuki over Subaru are the presence of a full-fledged "automatic" machine and lower fuel consumption due to less powerful engines. Forester is a more enjoyable car to drive. Pleases with dynamics in the version with a turbo engine.

On light off-road

Table 2. Comparison of geometric crossovers

The results in the table speak for themselves. Suzuki Vitara is a rare off-road visitor due to the lack of high ground clearance, "passenger" front bumper and modest engine power. Forester allows the driver a little more, however, and this "Japanese" should not be tested once again on the road. The variator is resistant to loads, with 220 mm ground clearance you feel safe.

Suzuki is a city dweller with a permanent residence permit, Forester is capable of conquering light off-road terrain without unnecessary nerves. The main thing is to know when to stop and soberly assess its off-road capabilities.

Which car should you choose?

Before choosing a crossover, decide on the purpose of the purchase and the purchase budget. The Forester is a versatile car, distinguished by its large dimensions and masculine appearance. Sold at a higher price. Vitara is more compact, more maneuverable and more economical. However, the cost of the "Japanese" Hungarian assembly with a 117- or 140-horsepower engine is unjustifiably overstated.

Doesn't it bother anyone here that, according to tests, the new turbofor2009 2.5 is slalom 1.2 mph slower than Suzuki Vitara 2.7?
at the same time, the vitara has a lowering, better overhang angles and passability
and also, Vitara has an honest full-time 47-53 for automatic transmission, in contrast to the connection of a new turbofor for automatic transmission
and also vitara has a weight distribution of 50-50 and almost no rolls, while the new turbophor has a weight distribution of 55-45 and rolls

http://www.suzuki.co.jp/escudo/
at the restyled vitara
dviglo V6 3.2 liter 224hp / 6200rpm and 2.4 liter 166hp / 6000rpm
turn signals in mirrors
disc brakes on all wheels
18 wheels
http: //www.suzuki-cl...ead.php? t \u003d 25073
and all this beauty in Russia is promised at the end of 2008

http://www.zr.ru/articles/55231
Suzuki Grand Vitara drives clearly and clearly, like a good car.
It is a passenger car that resembles the Grand Vitara on the asphalt. And with certain makings of an athlete
The original Grand Vitara is a universal car, it feels confident on different surfaces, it is interesting to drive it, it is even a little provocative ...
SUZUKI GRAND VITARA good on asphalt
+ Good handling - Stiff suspension

And what better rulitsya interesting tabureg on pneuma or a new turbocharger?

yeriver
better put more comfortable shock absorbers on your vitara
or wait for the restyling of Vitara 3.2 2008 on 18 wheels, perhaps the chassis will be reconfigured there and better ammo will be inserted than now

the pneuma of the stool is too high
here are the 2008 ratings

http://auto.mail.ru/text.html?id\u003d25116
TUV 2008 reliability rating for 2-3 year old cars

1 Mazda 3 1.2% breakdowns
2 Mazda 2 1.4
3 VW Golf 2.2
3 Ford Fusion 2.2
5 Honda Jazz 2.3
6 Porsche Boxster 2.4
6 Porsche Cayenne 2.4
6 Mazda MX-5 2.4
9 Opel Meriva 2.5
9 Mercedes A-Klasse 2.5
9 Toyota RAV4 2.5
9 Ford C-Max 2.5
13 Porsche 911 2.6
13 Toyota Yaris 2.6
13 Ford Fiesta 2.6
16 Audi A8 2.8
16 Toyota Avensis 2.8
16 Mazda Premacy 2.8
19 Audi A4 2.9
19 Mazda 6 2.9
19 Saab 9-3 2.9
22 Toyota Corolla 3.0
22 Suzuki Vitara 3.0
22 Subaru Forester 3.0
25 Land Rover Freelander 3.1
33 Nissan X-Trail 3.7
42 BMW X3 4.0
52 Kia Sorento 4.4
55 Mitsubishi Pajero 4.6
68 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.0
88 BMW X5 6.4
106 Mercedes M-Klasse 8.1

http: //www.strategic...n...\u003dTQA&seg\u003d22
2008 Total Quality Award Winners
Near Luxury SUV Segment
Rank Vehicle TQI Score
1 Lexus RX 350 913
1 Land Rover LR2 (Freelander2 3.2) 912
3 Buick Enclave 895
4 Lincoln MKX 891
--- Segment Average: 889
5 Cadillac SRX 880
6 Volvo XC90 878
7 Infiniti FX 877
8 Acura MDX 873
8 BMW X3 873
10 Acura RDX 866
11 Volkswagen Touareg 845

ok no questions \u003d)

answer to your answer
several times more expensive 350hp V8 4.2 Touareg 2 with 6st automatic transmission drives on the road a little better than vitara 2.7 185ls with 5st automatic transmission: super_smilies101:
http: //www.edmunds.c...rticleId\u003d125519
result of V8 4.2 Touareg 2! slalom - 62.2 mph
the new vitara V6 2.7 - 61.5 mph
new turbocharger 2009 2.5 - 60.3 mph