2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 155 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat Panda (260 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
