2006 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 159 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Sequoia | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Sequoia | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2260 mm |