2002 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 75 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 2002 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ6 | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XJ6 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
