2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen-2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2007 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Panda | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
