2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 3 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1075 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.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
