1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 80 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 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki SX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
