2001 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | AC | Suzuki |
Model | Cobra | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |