1996 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | SX4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |