2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1927 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.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
