2008 Subaru Justy vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Justy (99 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
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 Subaru Justy (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Justy | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Justy | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |
