2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Prizm | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
