2003 Ford Laser vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Laser. 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Laser 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:
| 2003 Ford Laser | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Laser | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
