2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (111 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Vitara | Jimny |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |