2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.

Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Fiat Panda 2008 Volkswagen Bora
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Panda Bora
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Crossover Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1240 cc 1779 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 145 km/hour 228 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 20 seconds 8.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1783 kg 1378 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 55 L


 

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