2009 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RDX weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2009 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura RDX | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Acura | Fiat |
Model | RDX | Panda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1240 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |