2002 Nissan Almera vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Almera (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Nissan Almera.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Almera. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Almera | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Almera | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
