2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 2,601 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (377 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panda | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
