2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 132 L |
