2008 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 255 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 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Jimny | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Jimny | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
