2010 Mitsubishi Shogun vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 535 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Shogun | 500 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 35 L |
