2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2003 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
