2005 De Tomaso Guara 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 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
Model | Guara | Jimny |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |