2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 32 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 2007 Ford Ranger. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 82 L |