2011 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi

To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Suzuki Kizashi would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. 2011 Jeep Wrangler has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki Kizashi has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Jeep Wrangler 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
Make Jeep Suzuki
Model Wrangler Kizashi
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4404 mm 4651 mm
Vehicle Width 1877 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1798 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2946 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 63 L


 

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