2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 500 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |