2012 Suzuki Kizashi vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
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 Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 77 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. 2010 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Kizashi has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Suzuki | Jeep |
| Model | Kizashi | Commander |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
