1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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 1998 Porsche 911. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
Model | 911 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 537 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |