2012 Mazda 5 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mazda 5 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | 5 | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4585 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1615 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |