2009 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 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 2012 Fiat 500. 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. 2012 Fiat 500 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. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Suzuki Jimny | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Suzuki | Fiat |
Model | Jimny | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |