2005 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki SX4. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki SX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
