2007 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 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 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 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 450 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 335 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1298 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 | 104 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 - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
