1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2002 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP) has 319 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 993 | 2002 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
Model | 993 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 542 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2260 mm |