2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. 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 2003 Jaguar XK. 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XK | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
