2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Seicento 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Fiat Suzuki
Model Seicento Grand Vitara
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1116 cc 2493 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 208 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 66 L


 

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