2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |