2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. 2005 Audi Allroad has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Kizashi has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | Allroad | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
