2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 4 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 654 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 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Acura RDX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 2011 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Panda | RDX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
