2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Panda | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
