2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Panda and 2003 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis 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.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Fiat Panda | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |