2006 Ford S-Max vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Ford S-Max. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 273 kg more than 2011 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 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford S-Max | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | S-Max | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
