Suzuki DR-Z 400 vs KTM EXC 400 (2003)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki DR-Z 400stacks up against the KTM EXC 400. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki DR-Z 400KTM EXC 400
Model year20032001
Price
Engine398 cc398 cc
Horsepower44 hp
Weight113 kg
Seat height37 mm37 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires80/100-21 / 110/100-18 90/90-21 / 140/80-18

Suzuki DR-Z 400 vs KTM EXC 400 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki DR-Z 400 and the KTM EXC 400 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki DR-Z 400 brings its published horsepower in a 113 kg package, while the KTM EXC 400 counters with 44 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: