2008 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 120 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 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | Lancer | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |