2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 690 kg more than 2011 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 Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Touran | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
