2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Panda and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 870 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 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Panda | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Panda | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 5437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |