2005 Smart Coupe 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 Smart Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Coupe would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | Coupe | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1230 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 40 L |
