2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Panda and 2005 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiesta (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 994 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |