2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Reno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Reno (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Reno |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |