2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 305 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
