2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 800 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.
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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Panda | TL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
