2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 340 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.
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 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |