2008 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Suzuki Jimny 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Suzuki Suzuki
Model Jimny Grand Vitara
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1461 cc 3195 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 284 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.9:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 145 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 17 seconds 9.3 seconds
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 10.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 66 L


 

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