2003 Holden Rodeo vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (145 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
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, 2003 Holden Rodeo (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Rodeo | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Rodeo | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2700 mm |
