2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra 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 2008 Opel Vectra. 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
