2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon

To start off, both 2004 Fiat Panda and 2004 Kia Pride Wagon were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (260 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Panda 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
Make Fiat Kia
Model Panda Pride Wagon
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1247 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 135 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2350 mm