2002 Honda Z vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. 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, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Z | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
