2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,785 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 495 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |