Compare performance (70 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (14100 £ vs 20700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Panda or Vauxhall Frontera?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Fiat Panda has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14100 £ , while the Vauxhall Frontera costs 20700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6600 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Fiat Panda manages with 5 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Frontera has a clearly edge – offering 145 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Frontera is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.90 s. That’s about 4.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Frontera performs a bit better – reaching 194 km/h, while the Fiat Panda tops out at 164 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Frontera pulls convincingly stronger with 230 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 138 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers clearly more seating capacity – 7 vs 4.
In curb weight, Fiat Panda is clearly perceptible lighter – 1055 kg compared to 1394 kg. The difference is around 339 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Frontera offers clearly more room – 460 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 235 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Frontera performs significantly better – up to 1600 L, which is about 730 L more than the Fiat Panda.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Frontera noticeable takes the win – 570 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.
Overall, the Vauxhall Frontera shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Panda is a charming, no-nonsense city companion that mixes cheerful Italian flair with genuinely useful practicality, making tight streets and daily errands feel less of a chore. Its honest simplicity, clever packaging and a dash of cheeky character make it a smart, low-stress buy for people who prefer sensible perks over showroom flash.
detailsThe Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.
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Price
14100 £
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Price
20700 - 30000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
305 - 408 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
113 g/km
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co2
0 - 119 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 L
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1055 kg
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Curb weight
1394 - 1610 kg
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Trunk capacity
225 L
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Length
3635 mm
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Length
4385 mm
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Width
1643 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Height
1551 mm
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Height
1635 mm
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Max trunk capacity
870 L
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Max trunk capacity
1600 L
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Payload
365 kg
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Payload
436 - 570 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
70 HP
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Power HP
110 - 145 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
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Max Speed
164 km/h
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Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
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Torque
92 Nm
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
51 kW
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Power kW
81 - 107 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.