2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 522 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |