2004 Nissan Murano vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 326 kg more than 2010 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 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Murano | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |
