2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Vivant 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 268 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. 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 Chevrolet Vivant (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Vivant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Vivant | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
