2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2010 Volkswagen CC 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. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | CC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
