2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. 2002 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2002 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Panda | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Golf |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2512 mm |
