2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 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 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 798 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |