1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2229 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2989 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 167 L |
