2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 79 L |