2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 259 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
