2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 500 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (260 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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2004 Fiat Panda | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |