2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 503 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki SX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
