2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 598 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |