Acura SLX vs Suzuki Sidekick
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1998 Suzuki Sidekick
Overview
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Suzuki SidekickJS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | JS |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 1999 | 1998 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Suzuki SidekickJS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 | $0 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Suzuki SidekickJS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 15 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 13 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 18 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 22.5 gal (best) | 11.1 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Suzuki SidekickJS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 215 hp (best) | 95 hp |
| Torque | 230 lb-ft (best) | 98 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 1.6 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Suzuki SidekickJS |
|---|---|---|
| Doors | 5 (best) | 3 |
| Cargo volume | — | 33 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 895 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,615 lbs | 2,337 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in (best) | 86.6 in |
| Length | 187.8 in (best) | 143.7 in |
| Width | 72.2 in (best) | 65.2 in |
| Height | 72.2 in (best) | 64.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Suzuki SidekickJS |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura SLX | Suzuki Sidekick |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | JS $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | JS $0 MSRP |
| 3 | — | JX $0 MSRP |
| 4 | — | JX $0 MSRP |
| 5 | — | JX FLT $0 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Sport JLX $0 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Sport JS $0 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Sport JX $0 MSRP |