1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | 300 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
