2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, both 2004 Fiat Panda and 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.

Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (176 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Panda 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Fiat Mitsubishi
Model Panda Lancer
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1251 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 70 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 176 Nm
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 96 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1380 mm


 

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