2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 382 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
