2006 Ford Territory vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny

To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Territory weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Territory 2008 Suzuki Jimny
Make Ford Suzuki
Model Territory Jimny
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 1298 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 104 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 180 km/hour 140 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 16.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1244 kg 1038 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 3630 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.5 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 40 L


 

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