1996 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. 1996 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Century | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Century | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2260 mm |
