Suzuki Vitara ET,TA 2.0 TDI (83 Hp)
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Suzuki Vitara:
The Suzuki Vitara is a series of SUVs produced by Suzuki in five generations since 1988. The second and third generation were known as the Suzuki Grand Vitara, while the fourth generation eschewed the "Grand" prefix. In Japan and a number of other markets, all generations have used the name Suzuki Escudo until 2024.
The choice of the name "Vitara" was inspired by the Latin word vita, as in the English word vitality. "Escudo", the name primarily used in the Japanese market, refers to the "escudo", the monetary unit of Portugal before adoption of the Euro. The original series was designed to fill the slot above the Suzuki Jimny. The first generation was known as Suzuki Sidekick in the United States. The North American version was produced as a joint venture between Suzuki and General Motors known as CAMI. It was also sold as the Santana 300 and 350 in Spain and in the Japanese market, and in select markets was rebadged as the Mazda Proceed Levante as well....(Read more on Wikipedia)
ET,TA Overview:
Suzuki Vitara (ET,TA). With 168 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.5 l/100km). With a weight of 1405 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 130 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Underpowered for an SUV, acceleration is sluggish, making it struggle on steeper inclines or at higher speeds.
Fuel Economy
While a diesel, its fuel economy isn't outstanding for the power output, offering only marginal gains over some petrol variants.
Best Use Case:
City / Light Off-road
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent off-road capability for its class
- • Robust and reliable mechanicals
- • Compact size makes it agile in urban environments
- • Good value for money on the used market
- • Variety of engine and body style options
Cons:
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Limited on-road refinement and comfort
- • Some engines are underpowered or thirsty
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Rear drum brakes on some models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cabrio (ET,TA): 1990 - 1999).
| General: |
| Brand: | Suzuki |
| Model: | Vitara |
| Generation: | ET,TA |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 TDI (83 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 83 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 41.5 Hp/l [493mm more] |
| Torque: | 168 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | RF More details about the engine RF |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 20.9:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 130 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.9 kg/Hp, 59.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 119.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1405 |
| Max. weight: | 1945 |
| Max load: | 540 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1300 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 580 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4125 mm [493mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm [65mm more] |
| Height: | 1695 mm [30mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2480 mm [280mm more] |
| Front track: | 1455 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1450 mm |
| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 215/65 R16 S |
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| Wheel rims size | 16 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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