1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | Z9 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |
