2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Hyundai Tucson

To start off, 2013 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 867 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 2013 Hyundai Tucson is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2013 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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. 2013 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Panda 2013 Hyundai Tucson
Make Fiat Hyundai
Model Panda Tucson
Year Released 2003 2013
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 49 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 228 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.1 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 97 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 715 kg 1582 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1655 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.2 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 58 L


 

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