2009 Smart ForTwo vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Smart ForTwo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Smart ForTwo (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Smart ForTwo | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | ForTwo | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2700 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2260 mm |
