2002 Acura CL vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 203 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2002 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Acura | Fiat |
Model | CL | Panda |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1240 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |