2012 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Audi S8 is newer by 2 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 328 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
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, 2012 Audi S8 (650 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi S8 | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | S8 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 513 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1821 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2700 mm |
