2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Forenza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |