2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Echo (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Echo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Toyota Echo (122 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Echo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 122 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |