2012 BMW 118 vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 118 | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 118 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4324 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
