2008 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 395 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.
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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Jimny | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Jimny | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
