2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 180 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
