2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2009 Ford Explorer 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. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 85 L |
