2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 79 L |