1996 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1626 kg more than 1996 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Panda. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Fiat Panda | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 769 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |