2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda.
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, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
