2006 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 430 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.
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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Jimny | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Jimny | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
