2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 547 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 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
