2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 780 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2013 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Fiat Panda | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Highlander |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 73 L |