2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens 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 2005 Kia Carens. 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 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2005 Kia Carens 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. 2005 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | Carens |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |