2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki SX4 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
