2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Panda and 2008 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Superb (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Superb weights approximately 653 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.
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, 2008 Skoda Superb (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2008 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Panda | Superb |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
