2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus 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 44 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 141 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |