2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Because 2007 Suzuki XL7 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, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Panda | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | XL7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 330 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |