1996 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 1996 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki SX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
