2008 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 826 kg more than 2000 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Rexton | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Rexton | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2872 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2260 mm |
