2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 475 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 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Panda | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2295 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 | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2910 mm |