2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 7 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1112 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2010 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Fiat Panda | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Panda | Rexton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |