1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny

To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.

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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Land Rover Range Rover 2012 Suzuki Jimny
Make Land Rover Suzuki
Model Range Rover Jimny
Year Released 1999 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3946 cc 1328 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3650 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2260 mm


 

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