2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 885 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Fiat Panda | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 73 L |