2010 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 42 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Renault Grand Scenic | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Scenic | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |