2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 3 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Citi |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1423 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |