2006 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 563 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 2011 Volvo V50. 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Jimny | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Jimny | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
