2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 9 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (357 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panda | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
