2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 580 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 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
