2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo GT 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 (185 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 145 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
