2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Honda Step Wagon
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 Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (119 Nm). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2002 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 119 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 840 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |