2010 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Subaru Outback would be higher. 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 197 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 683 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2010 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 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.
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2010 Subaru Outback | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Subaru | Fiat |
Model | Outback | Panda |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |