2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 2 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 275 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, 2005 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2005 Rover 45 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Panda | 45 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |