2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5

To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 would be higher. At 2,981 cc, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 weights approximately 601 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. 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, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 (353 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 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. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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