1999 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 765 kg more than 2004 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, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante (246 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. 2004 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Bandeirante | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Bandeirante | Jimny |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |