2007 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life.
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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki SX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki SX4 | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | SX4 | Life |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
