2011 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2011 Suzuki SX4 and 2011 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 74 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Suzuki SX4 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | SX4 | Golf |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4115 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |