2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 450 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 Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus 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 Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
