2006 Hyundai Trajet 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 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 342 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 Hyundai Trajet (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Trajet | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
