2004 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Audi A3.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A3. 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, 2004 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A3 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
