2008 Acura TL vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 537 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | TL | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
