2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 370 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 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 Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |