2012 Suzuki Kizashi vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2012 Suzuki Kizashi and 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 67 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Suzuki Kizashi | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
Model | Kizashi | SX4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |