2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 751 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Panda | Rexton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |