2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 672 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Panda | Actyon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |