2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 707 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2013 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Fiat Panda | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Outback |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |