2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Cee'd | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Cee'd | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |