2011 Suzuki Kizashi vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Suzuki Kizashi would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. 2013 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki Kizashi has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Kizashi | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
