2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Panda and 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 205 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
