2008 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Jimny and 2008 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Suzuki Jimny | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Jimny | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |