2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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 2005 Ford Ranger. 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
