2003 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (135 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 543 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 Volvo V70. 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 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Jimny | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Jimny | V70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |
