2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 318 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Passat | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
