2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2001 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Highlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 73 L |