2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2009 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2009 Mazda RX-8 and 2009 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2009 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Mazda RX-8 (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2009 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | RX-8 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
