2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Panda and 2006 Lincoln Mark LT were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1596 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 Lincoln Mark LT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT 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, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Panda | 2006 Lincoln Mark LT | |
Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
Model | Panda | Mark LT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 105.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 114 L |