2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (166 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 383 kg more than 2000 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Forester | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Forester | Jimny |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 225 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |