2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Panda and 2006 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 297 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |