2011 Volvo V50 vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. 2011 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Volvo V50 | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Volvo | Suzuki |
Model | V50 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4521 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |