2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |
