2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Ford Territory

To start off, 2006 Ford Territory 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 3,983 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Territory weights approximately 615 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.

Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Territory. 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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2006 Ford Territory 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 Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Panda 2006 Ford Territory
Make Fiat Ford
Model Panda Territory
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Crossover Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 3983 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 76 L


 

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