2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2011 Renault Sandero 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Sandero (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Sandero should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 14 kg more than 2011 Renault Sandero.
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, 2011 Renault Sandero (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2011 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 13 seconds |
| 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 | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
