2005 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Jimny | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Jimny | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
