2005 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Vitara | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Vitara | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
