2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2011 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Equator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
