2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Swift (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda 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, 2001 Suzuki Swift (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Swift |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |