2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 532 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
Model | Tiguan | Jimny |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |