2009 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Mini | Suzuki |
Model | Cooper | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |