2012 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Suzuki Kizashi would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 137 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Beetle | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
Model | Beetle | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4278 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2537 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |