2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2010 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2004 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 2010 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | ForFour | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
