2003 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | SX4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |