2007 Suzuki Swift vs. 2009 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Jimny.
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 Suzuki Swift (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Swift | 2009 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1326 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
