2008 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (169 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 450 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Hilux | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Hilux | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
