1996 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 15 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | SX4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4511 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1544 mm |