2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1141 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. 2004 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
| Model | Phaeton | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
