2005 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1998 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Supra weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Jimny | 1998 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Jimny | Supra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
