1997 Lancia Dedra vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Lancia Dedra. 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Dedra | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Dedra | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
