2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2000 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
