2008 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Jimny and 2008 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 228 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 2008 Volvo S40. 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Suzuki Jimny | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
Model | Jimny | S40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |