2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 610 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 2009 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, 2009 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |