2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2009 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Antara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
