2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 485 kg more than 2010 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Fiat Panda | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Jetta |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |