2003 Acura CL vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki SX4. 2003 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki SX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | CL | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
