Suzuki Vitara ET,TA 2.0 TDI (83 Hp)


Overall Rating

7.1 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.8 / 5
Value 3.9 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 2.8 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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.

2.0 TDI (83 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

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 wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size215/65 R16 S
Wheel rims size16
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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