2005 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 366 kg more than 2010 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 Honda Accord (223 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Accord | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
