2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 542 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.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Taurus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |