1986 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1986 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1986 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Suzuki Jimny | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Suzuki | BMW |
Model | Jimny | X5 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 543 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2934 mm |