2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 795 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.
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, 2009 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
Model | Commander | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 63 L |