2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2010 Jaguar XK 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. 2010 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Panda | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
