2002 Nissan Maxima 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 Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2002 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
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2002 Nissan Maxima | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Maxima | Jimny |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |