2011 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 66 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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:
| 2011 Subaru Outback | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Outback | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
