2002 Honda Inspire vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Inspire (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Inspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2002 Honda Inspire (401 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Inspire has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Inspire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Inspire | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Inspire | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
