2011 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 399 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 2011 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | RAV4 | Panda |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |