2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Panda and 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 610 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 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
