2005 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 713 kg more than 2010 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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touran | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Touran | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
