2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. Both 2009 Fiat Panda and 2004 Suzuki Ignis are equipped with a 1,248 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Ignis (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Ignis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |