2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
