2011 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A3 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A3 | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A3 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
