2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (109 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.

Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 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 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Panda Sharan
Year Released 2006 2004
Body Type Crossover Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1240 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 145 km/hour 177 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1783 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 70 L


 

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