2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 492 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 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai ix35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai ix35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Panda | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Panda | ix35 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |