2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | RAV4 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 30 L |
