2003 Subaru Outback vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 285 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.
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, 2003 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Outback | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Outback | Jimny |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |