2003 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 9 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 584 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Jimny | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Jimny | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3090 mm |
