2000 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra is newer by 4 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 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra weights approximately 125 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.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Jimny | 2004 Vauxhall Tigra | |
| Make | Suzuki | Vauxhall |
| Model | Jimny | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
