2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Azera | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
Model | Azera | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |