2009 Peugeot 207 vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2009 Peugeot 207 and 2009 Suzuki SX4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 461 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Peugeot 207. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Peugeot 207 | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 207 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1231 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
