2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2002 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2002 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2002 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 2002 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Seicento | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2260 mm |
