2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 514 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 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2008 Subaru Legacy 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. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Panda 2008 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Panda Legacy
Year Released 2003 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1251 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 861 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.5 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 74 L


 

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