2012 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Fiat Sedici
To start off, both 2012 Fiat Panda and 2012 Fiat Sedici were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 350 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 2012 Fiat Sedici 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, 2012 Fiat Sedici 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, 2012 Fiat Sedici (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Fiat Panda | 2012 Fiat Sedici | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Panda | Sedici |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |