2006 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 278 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. 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 2006 Honda Accord. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | SX4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |