2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo GT 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 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | GT | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |