2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1390 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Touareg | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |
