2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. 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 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Panda | VX220 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 54 L |