2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Panda and 2004 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (236 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 256 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 Porsche Boxster. 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 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
