2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Inspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda. 2003 Honda Inspire has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Inspire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Inspire |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |