2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1240 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (255 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2895 mm |
