2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 25 (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 25 weights approximately 90 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 2006 Rover 25. 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, 2006 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2006 Rover 25 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Panda | 25 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |