Maruti Suzuki Jimny vs Force Gurkha in a head to head comparison [Video]

When it comes to off-road SUVs in India, the choices are very limited. The three main competitors in the lifestyle off-roader segment are the Mahindra Thar, Force Gurkha, and the recently launched Maruti Suzuki Jimny. Recently, the Jimny and Gurkha underwent a head-to-head comparison, and the video of this detailed comparison has now been shared online. The owners of both SUVs talk about the pros and cons of their vehicles.

The video of the Maruti Suzuki Jimny’s comparison with the Force Gurkha has been shared on YouTube by Power on Wheels on their channel. It starts with the presenter and owner of the Jimny introducing the Force Gurkha and its owner. He then asks the Gurkha owner to start the comparison by talking about the front end of his SUV.

Front-End Comparison

To this, the owner replies that the Force Gurkha comes equipped with LED headlights with LED DRLs, and he has also added new projector fog lamps. He mentions that the throw of the stock lights is amazing, but after adding the projector fog lights, it has become even better. Following this, he shows the presenter the front fascia of the Jimny and mentions that it comes with halogen headlamps. He adds that the only modification he has done on the front is the addition of halogen fog lamps.

Side Profile Comparison

Moving on, the vlogger asks the owner of the Gurkha to show the side profile of the car. After this, the Gurkha owner mentions that the car is extremely tall and gets an RTO-approved roof carrier. He also adds that it has been equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels and a snorkel that helps in increasing its water-wading capacity. Following this, the Jimny owner shows the side profile of his car and mentions that it has been fitted with 15-inch Jimny-specific alloy wheels. Apart from this, he adds that the car comes with five doors, which the Gurkha does not get.

Rear-End Comparison

After the side profile, the Gurkha owner shows the rear of his SUV. He mentions that it has been fitted with a ladder and comes with a rear wiper and washer. The car also gets a spare tire on the back. He adds that it also gets four parking sensors. After this, the presenter shows his Jimny. He states that it comes with a rear wiper, washer, and defogger, and it also gets a spare wheel.

Interior Comparison

Following the exterior, both owners then check out the interiors of each other’s cars. The Gurkha owner states that his car’s interior is completely stock, and he has only added a new Android infotainment system. Apart from this, it gets a TPMS display, a tilt and telescopic steering wheel, and ample storage space. After this, the Jimny owner shows him the interior, which he mentions is a bit smaller but practical. He adds that the Jimny only gets tilt adjustment for the steering wheel and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment screen, power windows, and a few other essential features.

Engine Comparison

Finally, they compare the engines of both cars. The Force Gurkha comes equipped with a Mercedes-sourced 2.6-liter four-liter diesel engine, which comes paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox and the four-wheel-drive system as standard. This engine produces 90 PS of maximum power and 250 Nm of maximum torque. The Jimny, on the other hand, comes powered by a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine making 104 PS and 134.2 Nm of torque. This powertrain comes available with 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmission options.