2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | iQ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 32 L |
