2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Fiorino | Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |