2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 638 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
