2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1416 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 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
