2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 119 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2002 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |