2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 80 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.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
