2008 Audi A4 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 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A4 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
