2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |