2003 Acura CL vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 9 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 73 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Acura | Suzuki |
Model | CL | SX4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |