2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 2400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Volkswagen Beetle 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
Make Volkswagen Suzuki
Model Beetle Kizashi
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 2400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4651 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 63 L


 

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