2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 773 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Impreza | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
