2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 388 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Contour |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |