2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 89 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
