1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Camaro | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
