2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1699 mm |
