2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 995 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, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 2003 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2003 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
