2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1468 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | E-150 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 35 L |
