2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 69 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. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 73 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
