2008 Nissan Versa vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Versa and 2008 Suzuki SX4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Versa | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Versa | SX4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |