2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 966 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |
