2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
| Model | Jetta | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2260 mm |
