2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 3 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2008 Ford Edge 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. 2008 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2008 Ford Edge | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Edge |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |