2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 693 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, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (241 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
