2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1139 kg more than 2003 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panda | V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
