2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Scion xB
To start off, 2009 Scion xB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Scion xB (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda.
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, 2009 Scion xB (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2009 Scion xB | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | Panda | xB |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
