2012 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki SX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Suzuki SX4 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | SX4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4491 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1544 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |