2003 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 414 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Jimny | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Jimny | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
