2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,984 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 248 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1404 mm |
