2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 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 Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Panda | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |