2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Panda and 2008 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 862 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 Volkswagen Eos (319 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda. 2008 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Eos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
