2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Fiesta | SX4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |