2012 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 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.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. 2012 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2013 Suzuki Kizashi has manual transmission. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A4 | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A4 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 211 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1829 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
