1997 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Verada | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Verada | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
