2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+
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 Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 598 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |
