2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper 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 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper (151 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Panda | Cooper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 151 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |