2011 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 844 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 2011 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Charger | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Charger | Panda |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5077 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |