2004 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2004 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | SX4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11:01 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 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 | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |