2005 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | SX4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |