2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 797 kg more than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
Model | Polo | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
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 | 100 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |