2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 491 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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2004 Fiat Panda | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1591 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |