2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Samurai |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |