2012 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1373 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Panda | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panda | M |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2915 mm |
