2008 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2011 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2008 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | RAV4 | Panda |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3546 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |