2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Picanto. 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 35 L |
