2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2004 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |