2008 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki SX4 and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki SX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki SX4 | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | SX4 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
