2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1715 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
