2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 368 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |