2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 598 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 2003 Buick Blackhawk. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Blackhawk | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2260 mm |
