2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
