2008 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny

To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2008 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. 2008 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi S6 2012 Suzuki Jimny
Make Audi Suzuki
Model S6 Jimny
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1328 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 69.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 140 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 14.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 3650 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.5 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 40 L


 

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