1996 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corsica | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsica | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |
