2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Reno is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Reno (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 130 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2007 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Reno |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |