2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |