2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |