2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 9 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 714 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
