2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 510 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 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Brilliance BS4. 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Brilliance | Fiat |
Model | BS4 | Panda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 20 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 30 L |