2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2006 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, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2840 mm |
