2009 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Jimny.
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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. 2008 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2009 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2009 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Suzuki Jimny | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
Model | Jimny | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 15.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |