2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Clarus (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1997 Kia Clarus (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1997 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
