2009 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Audi | Suzuki |
Model | A8 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2260 mm |