2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 105 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, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2350 mm |