2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Scion xD
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Panda and 2009 Scion xD were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Scion xD (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Scion xD.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Scion xD (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2009 Scion xD | |
Make | Fiat | Scion |
Model | Panda | xD |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |