2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 725 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Endeavor | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3827 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
