2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
