1996 Nissan Maxima vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Nissan Maxima (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
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1996 Nissan Maxima | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Maxima | Jimny |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |