2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Panda and 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 860 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Fiat Panda | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Panda | CLS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 701 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |