2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2002 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2002 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2512 mm |
