2006 Nissan 1400 vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,397 cc, 2006 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 1400 | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | 1400 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1248 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |
