2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Citi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |
