2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V 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 67 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. 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 2001 Honda HR-V. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | HR-V | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
