2006 Fiat Strada 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 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Strada 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 112 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Strada | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |