2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 775 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki SX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Defender | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
