2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 2006 Toyota Highlander. 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |
