2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 Pickup. 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 Pickup (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Pickup |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |