2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| 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 Length | 3540 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
