2003 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 425 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
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 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pickup | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Pickup | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
