2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 833 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | LaCrosse | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2260 mm |