2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |