2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2160 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Excursion | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 35 L |
