2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, both 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2012 Suzuki Kizashi were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 63 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Vitara | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3865 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |