2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 519 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 235 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.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. 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 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Carrera GT | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 40 L |
