2001 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 890 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Express. 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 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Express | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |