2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda 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 (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 481 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
