2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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 2,461 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (108 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2580 mm |
