2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 550 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 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |