2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2009 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 2009 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | ForTwo | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 40 L |
