2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 407 and 2006 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 472 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Peugeot 407 | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
Model | 407 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |