2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 612 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Ram | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
