1994 Infiniti J30 vs. 2002 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti J30 (210 HP) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1994 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Infiniti J30 | 2002 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Infiniti | Suzuki |
Model | J30 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 262 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |