2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 265 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 2002 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2002 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2002 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Samurai |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |