2000 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2000 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
