2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2009 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2009 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 2009 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Kangoo | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
