2003 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 8 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
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 @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Outback | 2011 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Outback | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
