Mga tsikoteer gurus, need your help. :propose:

I recently accepted a job offer from a company based in Cavite. I live in Q.C. and plan to drive to and from work hence the decision to buy my own set of wheels. I've narrowed down my choice to a second hand 2004 Suzuki Jimny and a BN Hyundai Getz (both AT).

Before that I considered the following 2nd hand units: 1997/1996 Toyota Rav4, 2000 Suzuki Vitara JLX, 2003 Pajero Exceed, 2002/2001 Pajero Jr. and a brand new Kia Picanto. However, I realized that I wanted something compact (think easy to park), fuel efficient (1.3 cc?), and don't have to be forced into a financing scheme (Picanto!).

The thing is, I really want the Jimny! It's perfect for distance driving, can tackle floods, easy to park and cute as hell. I might even take up offroading as a new hobby. :D The 2nd hand car dealer is selling it for Php558K(neg).

However, with Php549K, I can already get a brand new Hyundai Getz. What I like about Getz is that it's..well.. brand new! Warranty/Insurance would be intact. I also like that it's also all-power and has a decent audio (unlike Picanto).

I don't know much about cars but generally I've heard Japanese cars to perform better than their Korean counterparts. But then you never know with 2nd hand cars nowadays...

So what do you think? Should I go with Jimny or Getz? Any help you can provide will be much appreciated!