2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 360 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 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda. 2001 Toyota RunX has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota RunX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | RunX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
