2004 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 785 kg more than 2011 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | Panda |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |