2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna 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 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna 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 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Panda | Magna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |