2008 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 70 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 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Jimny | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Jimny | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.1 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
