2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Panda and 2008 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 64 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |