2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1653 kg more than 1988 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1988 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Ram | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2040 mm |
