2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Panda | Frontera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |