2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 115 L |
