2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi

To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Seicento 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
Make Fiat Suzuki
Model Seicento Kizashi
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 2750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 230 Nm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 4651 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 63 L


 

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