2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Panda and 2005 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 437 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 2005 Hyundai Tucson. 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 Hyundai Tucson (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Panda | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |