2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1551 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (325 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Panda 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Fiat Land Rover
Model Panda Range Rover
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 4394 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 325 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 160 km/hour 194 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 2486 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 3230 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.3 L/100km 24.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 88 L


 

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