2008 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Accent 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 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 412 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 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 Hyundai Accent. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Accent | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1058 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
