2010 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz B and 2010 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 425 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz B | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Fiat |
Model | B | Panda |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 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 | 1435 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |