2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 60 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.
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, 2004 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Jimny |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |