Lexus IS 2005 vs Suzuki SX4 2007
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 208 HP | 108 HP | |
| Torque: | 252 NM | 145 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds | |
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Lexus IS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus IS engine produces 100 HP more power than Suzuki SX4, whereas torque is 107 NM more than Suzuki SX4. Thanks to more power Lexus IS reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.1 | 6.8 | |
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The Suzuki SX4 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus IS consumes 2.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Suzuki SX4, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus IS could require 345 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 710 km in combined cycle | 730 km in combined cycle | |
| 920 km on highway | 860 km on highway | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Suzuki SX4) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Lexus IS) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 17 years | 25 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Lexus GS | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Suzuki Grand Vitara, Suzuki Swift, Suzuki Liana, Suzuki Vitara | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Suzuki SX4 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Lexus IS engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Suzuki SX4 2007 1.6 engine: A simple and robust engine, not particularly demanding in terms of fuel quality.
High engine timing chain lifetime.
Tends to increase oil consumption, head gasket failures may occur. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.58 m | 4.49 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.55 m | |
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Lexus IS is larger, but lower. Lexus IS is 9 cm longer than the Suzuki SX4, 7 cm wider, while the height of Lexus IS is 11 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 378 litres | 515 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
368 litres | no data | |
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Suzuki SX4 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Lexus IS uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus IS is 0.6 metres less than that of the Suzuki SX4, which means Lexus IS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`045 kg | 1`610 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`570 kg | 1`165 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 475 kg | 445 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 4000 | 3000 | |
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