2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 2000 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 57 L |