2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. Both 2008 Fiat Panda and 2005 Suzuki Jimny are equipped with a 1,248 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (180 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
