2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. Both 2007 Fiat Panda and 2003 Suzuki Ignis are equipped with a 1,248 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Ignis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |