2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 4 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1803 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.
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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2009 Hummer H2 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. 2009 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hummer |
| Model | Panda | H2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 121 L |
