2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 300 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
