2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 96 kg more than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | Panda | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
