2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Pacifica 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 728 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.
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 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Pacifica | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |
