2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 821 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 73 L |