2000 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 360 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, 2002 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. 2002 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Suzuki Jimny | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
Model | Jimny | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |