2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
