2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 935 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Sentra | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |