2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Spark would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2011 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 2011 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Spark | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
