2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 390 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.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2010 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. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
