2012 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Suzuki SX4 would be higher. Both 2012 Suzuki SX4 and 2013 Ford Transit Connect are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 194 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Suzuki SX4 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | SX4 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1605 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
