2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny

To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 2007 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Ram 2008 Suzuki Jimny
Make Dodge Suzuki
Model Ram Jimny
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 17.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 6300 mm 3650 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 4080 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.8 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 40 L


 

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