2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 830 kg more than 2006 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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |