2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 930 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Caterham | Suzuki |
| Model | 7 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
