2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Panda | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |