2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1615 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 100 L |
