1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Cutlass | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
