2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (203 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |