2004 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 2004 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Jimny | 2007 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jimny | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
