2004 Audi RS4 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 RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS4 weights approximately 115 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.
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 RS4 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS4 | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | RS4 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
