2007 Fiat Sedici vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Sedici. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Sedici would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 308 kg more than 2007 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Sedici | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Sedici | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
