1995 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
