2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger 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 2011 Ford Ranger. 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Ranger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 74 L |