2003 Honda City vs. 1997 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki X90 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, 1997 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda City | 1997 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | City | X90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
