2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 596 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |