2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 876 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, 2005 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2005 Tata Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Panda | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |