2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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 2007 Honda Element. 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |