2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda.
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, 2009 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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2009 Fiat Panda | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |