2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi

To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.

Because 2006 Ferrari 612 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ferrari 612 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
Make Ferrari Suzuki
Model 612 Kizashi
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5752 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 541 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 589 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4651 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 63 L


 

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