2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 2 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2007 Lexus RX 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. 2007 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Panda | RX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
