2011 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Lancer | Panda |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4496 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
