2007 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 335 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |