1996 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 946 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Panda | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
