2010 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jeep Patriot would be higher. Both 2010 Jeep Patriot and 2012 Suzuki Kizashi are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 33 kg more than 2010 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
Model | Patriot | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 1437 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |