2001 Saturn Vue vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn Vue weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Saturn Vue (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn Vue | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Saturn | Suzuki |
| Model | Vue | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
