2007 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 874 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Kizashi has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
| Model | Transporter | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
