2010 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi

To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 245 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 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
Make Chevrolet Suzuki
Model Camaro Kizashi
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 304 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4836 mm 4651 mm
Vehicle Width 1918 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1377 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2852 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 63 L


 

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