2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Honda Passport
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Passport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2001 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2001 Honda Passport | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Passport |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 103 Nm | 256 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |