2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Isuzu D-MAX would be higher. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 985 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.
Because 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2002 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Panda | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3060 mm |
