2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |