2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda.
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 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |
