2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2008 Fiat 500 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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 Fiat 500. 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 Fiat 500 (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 500 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |