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DF175

Model Name: DF175TL DF175TX Mercury 175
Manufacturer: Suzuki Suzuki Mercury
Horsepower: 175 175 175.00
Shaft Length (Inches): 20 in. 25 in. L20 in., X25 in.
Displacement: 174.9 cu. in. (2867 cc) 174.9 cu. in. (2867 cc) N/A
Operating Range: 5500-6100 RPM 5500-6100 RPM 5800-6400 RPM
Weight (Lbs): 474 485 L 510, X 527
Cylinders: I-4 I-4 In-line 4 DOHC
Valves Per Cylinder: 4 4 4
Valve Train Drive: Self Adjusting oil bathed chain with Variable Valve Timing Self Adjusting oil bathed chain with Variable Valve Timing Belt
Bore and Stroke (Inches/mm): 3.81 x 3.81 in. (97 x 97 mm) 3.81 x 3.81 in. (97 x 97 mm) N/A
Starting System: E Start w/ Suzuki EFI E Start w/ Suzuki EFI Electric
Lubrication: Wet Sump Wet Sump Wet Sump
Oil Tank Capacity: 8.0 qt. (7.6 lit.) 8.0 qt. (7.6 lit.) N/A
Ignition: Solid State Direct Ignition Solid State Direct Ignition Digital Inductive
Alternator: 12V 44A 12V 44A 12V 70A
Trim Position: Power Trim Power Trim Power trim and tilt
Fuel Type: Unleaded Unleaded N/A
Gear Ratio: 2.50:1 2.50:1 2.08:1
Drive Protection: Spline Drive Rubber Hub Spline Drive Rubber Hub N/A
CARB Emissions Rating: 3-Star Ultra Low 3-Star Ultra Low 3-Star Ultra-Low
Standard Propeller (Blades x Dia. x Pitches (Ins.)): Optional Optional N/A
Range of Avail. Optional Propeller Pitches: 17-27 17-27 N/A
Counter Rotation: Not Available Available N/A
Maximum Output kW (PS)/rpm: 6100 6100 6400
Steering: Remote Remote N/A

DF175 Advantages

Over Honda
  • No Comparable 4-Stroke Model
Over Mercury
  • 474 lbs to 478 lbs, lightweight, compact design, better power to weight ratio
  • Natural Aspiration vs. SuperCharge. Every Authorized Suzuki Dealer can service vs. Limited Authorized Service Centers
  • Offset Drive shaft. Better balance on the transom.
  • Self adjusting oil bathed timing chain vs. over head belt. No belt maintenance or adjustment necessary.
  • Variable Valve Timing for better midrange torque
  • Easy access Shim & Bucket valve adjustment quick and accurate valve adjustment vs. expensive service
  • 174 cu. in. vs. 106 cu. in. No replacement for displacement.
  • 2.50 : 1 vs. 2.00 :1. Lower gear ratio to swing a larger prop for improved acceleration
Over Yamaha
  • No Comparable 4-Stroke Model

DF150

Model Name: DF150TL DF150TX Honda 150 Mercury 150 Yamaha 150
Manufacturer: Suzuki Suzuki Honda Mercury Yamaha
Horsepower: 150 150 150 150 150
Shaft Length (Inches): 20 in. 25 L20, X25 L (20"), X (25") L20, X25
Displacement: 174.9 cu. in. (2867 cc) 174.9 cu. in. (2867 cc) 2354cc, 144 cu. in. 105.7 cu. in. (1732 cc) 2670cc, 163 cu. in.
Weight (Lbs): 474 474 L 478, X 485 L (510 lbs.), X (527 lbs.) L 466 X 475
Lubrication: N/A N/A Wet Sump Wet sump Wet Sump
Cylinders: I-4 I-4 In-line 4 DOHC In-line 4 DOHC In-line 4 DOHC
Valves Per Cylinder: N/A N/A 4 DOHC 4 Valves Per Cyl. 4
Valve Train Drive: N/A N/A Belt with Valve Timing, Electrical Control Belt Belt
Bore and Stroke (Inches/mm): 3.81 x 3.81 in. (97 x 97 mm) 3.81 x 3.81 in. (97 x 97 mm) N/A 3.23 x 3.23 mm (82x82 mm) N/A
Operating Range rpm: 5000-6000 5000-6000 5000-6000 N/A 5000-6000
Starting System: E Start w/Suzuki EFI E Start w/Suzuki EFI Electric Electric Electric
Oil Tank Capacity: 8.0 qt. (7.6 lit.) 8.0 qt. (7.6 lit.) N/A N/A N/A
Ignition: Solid State Direct Ignition Solid State Direct Ignition Microcomputer Digital Inductive TCI Microcomputer
Alternator: 12V 44A 12V44A 12V 51A 12V 70A 12V 35A
Trim Position: Power Trim Power Trim Power trim and tilt N/A Power trim and tilt
Fuel Type: Unleaded Unleaded N/A N/A N/A
Gear Ratio: 2.50:1 2.50:1 2.14:1 (14/30) 2.08:1 2.00:1 (14/28)
Drive Protection: Spline Drive Rubber Hub Spline Drive Rubber Hub N/A N/A N/A
CARB Emissions Rating: N/A N/A 3-Star Ultra-Low 2-Star Very Low 3-Star Ultra-Low
Standard Propeller (Blades x Dia. x Pitches (Ins.)): Optional Optional N/A N/A N/A
Range of Avail. Optional Propeller Pitches: 17-27 17-27 N/A N/A N/A
Counter Rotation: Not Available Available N/A N/A N/A
Maximum Output kW (PS)/rpm: 6000 6000 6000 N/A 6000
Steering: Remote Remote N/A N/A N/A
Operating Range (RPM): N/A N/A N/A 5800 - 6400rpm N/A
Induction System: N/A N/A N/A EFI - 4-Stroke Supercharged N/A

DF150 Advantages

Over Honda
  • 474 lbs to 478 lbs, lightweight, compact design, better power to weight ratio
  • Offset Drive shaft. Better balance on the transom.
  • Easy access Shim & Bucket valve adjustment quick and accurate valve adjustment vs. expensive service
  • Self adjusting timing chain vs. Over head belt. No belt maintenance or adjustment necessary.
  • 175 cu. in. vs. 163 cu. in. No replacement for displacement.
  • 2.50 : 1 vs. 2.00 :1. Lower gear ratio to swing a larger prop for improved acceleration
Over Mercury
  • 474 lbs to 478 lbs, lightweight, compact design, better power to weight ratio
  • Natural Aspiration vs. SuperCharge. Every Authorized Suzuki Dealer can service vs. Limited Authorized Service Centers
  • Offset Drive shaft. Better balance on the transom.
  • Self adjusting timing chain vs. Over head belt. No belt maintenance or adjustment necessary.
  • Easy access Shim & Bucket valve adjustment quick and accurate valve adjustment vs. expensive service
  • 175 cu. in. vs. 163 cu. in. No replacement for displacement.
  • 2.50 : 1 vs. 2.00 :1. Lower gear ratio to swing a larger prop for improved acceleration
Over Yamaha
  • Multi-Stage Induction. Boost torque and maximize power.
  • Offset Drive shaft. Better balance on the transom.
  • Self adjusting timing chain vs. Over head belt. No belt maintenance or adjustment necessary.
  • Easy access Shim & Bucket valve adjustment quick and accurate valve adjustment vs. expensive service
  • 175 cu. in. vs. 163 cu. in. No replacement for displacement.
  • 2.50 : 1 vs. 2.00 :1. Lower gear ratio to swing a larger prop for improved acceleration
  • 44 Amp charging vs 35 Amp, More power for your electronics
  • 8.0 qt. of oil vs 5.5 qt., More oil for better lubrication and cooling