2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 315 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
