2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 508 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-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 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | CR-V | Panda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |