2008 Toyota Auris vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Auris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Auris would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Auris | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Auris | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
