2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 406 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 2008 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
