2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 2004 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |