2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 452 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Wrangler | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 17.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
