2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 6 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 895 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 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. 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, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Fiat | Luxgen |
Model | Panda | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1876 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1768 mm |