2005 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | HR-V | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |