2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 37 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Hardbody | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1458 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
