2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 307 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 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | HR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |