2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Panda and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1415 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Panda | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Panda | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 96 L |