1998 Dodge Avenger vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 140 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 1998 Dodge Avenger. 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Avenger. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Avenger | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Avenger | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
