2008 BMW 116 vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2008 BMW 116 and 2008 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 BMW 116.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 116 | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 116 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |