2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 629 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 2011 Hyundai ix35 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
