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 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 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 122 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.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 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 | 1242 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |