2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 75 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 15310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |