2006 Acura RL vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 531 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | RL | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 30 L |
