2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2006 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |