2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi

To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Entourage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Entourage would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.

Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Entourage 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
Make Hyundai Suzuki
Model Entourage Kizashi
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 253 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1821 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.9 L/100km 11.8 L/100km


 

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