2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |