2010 Suzuki Kizashi vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 156 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Kizashi | Civic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
