2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 300 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.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2004 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
