1996 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 591 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 356 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Lotec | Suzuki |
| Model | Testa de Oro | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1300 kg |
