2005 Acura EL vs. 2005 Fiat Panda

To start off, both 2005 Acura EL and 2005 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura EL weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura EL 2005 Fiat Panda
Make Acura Fiat
Model EL Panda
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1667 cc 1108 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 124 HP 54 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2310 mm


 

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