2008 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 443 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 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Jimny | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
| Model | Jimny | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
