2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 676 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2011 Honda CR-V 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. 2011 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
