2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Chevrolet Optra (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
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2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Optra | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 151 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |