2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo is newer by 4 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2008 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Panda | Exeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |