2006 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa 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 106 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 530 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 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 Weight | 980 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
