2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny

To start off, both 2000 GMC Sierra and 2000 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 750 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. 2000 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 2000 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2000 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 GMC Sierra 2000 Suzuki Jimny
Make GMC Suzuki
Model Sierra Jimny
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 106 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1775 kg 1025 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 3630 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2260 mm


 

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