2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1099 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 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2012 Dodge Ram 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Panda | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 98 L |
