2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1142 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 79 L |
