2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 432 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, 2013 Acura ILX (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Panda | ILX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
