2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 6 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ka. 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 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Ka |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
