2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 230 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 53 L |
