2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Panda and 2004 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (281 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Taurus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |