2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1540 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.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
