2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata 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 2006 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2006 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
