2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 182 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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 (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
