2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RunX. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | RunX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 10.2 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 | 1140 kg | 1122 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
