2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
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 Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1350 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.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |