2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Pilot weights approximately 179 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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (255 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2004 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 73 L |
