2000 Westfield ZEI vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2000 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 790 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI. 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 2000 Westfield ZEI. 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Westfield ZEI | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Westfield | Suzuki |
| Model | ZEI | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| 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 | 129 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
