2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Panda and 2005 Jaguar XK8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8. 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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2005 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | Panda | XK8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |