2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 223 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. 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, both vehicles can yield 230 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Routan | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
| Model | Routan | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 63 L |
