2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |