2009 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sorento | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
