2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Ignis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |