2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Panda and 2005 Jaguar XK 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 XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 945 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 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XK (411 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | Panda | XK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 411 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |