2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
