2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 222 kg more than 2007 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 Honda HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 2007 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | HR-V | Jimny |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |