2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
Model | Golf | Panda |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |