2008 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 695 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Suzuki Jimny | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Suzuki | BMW |
Model | Jimny | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |