2008 Honda Stream vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi

To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Stream 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 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 356 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Stream 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
Make Honda Suzuki
Model Stream Kizashi
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1668 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 154 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1114 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4651 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 63 L


 

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