2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 860 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.
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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
Model | 911 | SX4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |