2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2002 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2002 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Wrangler | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2260 mm |
