2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 3 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Explorer | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
