2004 Acura EL vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 193 kg more than 2004 Acura EL.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura EL. 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, 2004 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura EL | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Acura | Fiat |
Model | EL | Panda |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |