2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ

To start off, both 2005 Fiat Panda and 2005 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.

Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 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 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Panda 2005 Jaguar XJ
Make Fiat Jaguar
Model Panda XJ
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 64 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 525 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.1:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3600 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 84 L


 

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