2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 280 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.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Panda | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
