2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 770 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | S | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
