2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Accent |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1039 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
