2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2000 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Jimny |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |