2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Mitsubishi eK
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Panda and 2005 Mitsubishi eK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi eK.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2005 Mitsubishi eK 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 Mitsubishi eK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Fiat Panda | 2005 Mitsubishi eK | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Panda | eK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |