2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Panda and 2008 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 91 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1390 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |