2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
