2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2003 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Escape |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |