2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 335 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |