2005 Chrysler Voyager 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 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 570 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Voyager (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Voyager | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
