2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 1 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | Grande Punto | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
