2007 Jeep Compass vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 180 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
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, 2007 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Compass | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
