2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1263 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 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 11 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 | 1044 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
