2010 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Suzuki SX4 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Suzuki SX4 | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | SX4 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11:01 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1605 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
