2010 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2010 Subaru Outback 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 598 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 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2010 Subaru Outback 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. 2010 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Subaru Outback | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Outback | Panda |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
