2009 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Trafic 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 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Trafic.
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 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Renault Trafic | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Trafic | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |