2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 730 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Panda | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 76 L |
