2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (136 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panda | B |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| 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 | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2699 mm |
