2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1167 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.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
