2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Vitara (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 130 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 2005 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Vitara (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2005 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |