2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 228 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |