2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Jimny |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |