2005 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Yaris | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
