2008 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Jimny | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Jimny | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
