2008 Lexus GS vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2008 Lexus GS 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 335 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 Lexus GS (460 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 2008 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lexus | Suzuki |
| Model | GS | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |
