2008 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Opel Astra (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
