2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |