2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 151 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Polo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
