2009 Fiat Linea vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2009 Fiat Linea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Reno would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Reno (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Linea. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Linea weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Reno.
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, 2009 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Linea | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Linea | Reno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| 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 | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
