2011 Kia Cadenza vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2011 Kia Cadenza and 2011 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cadenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cadenza (269 HP) has 210 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cadenza should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cadenza weights approximately 531 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.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Cadenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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. 2011 Kia Cadenza 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. 2011 Kia Cadenza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Cadenza | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Cadenza | Panda |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 59 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4965 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1475 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2845 mm | 2310 mm |
