1998 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser 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 72 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. 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 1998 Ford Laser. 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Laser | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
