2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon weights approximately 207 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 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 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, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (183 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. 2000 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon 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:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Sport Wagon | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
