2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 237 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 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Panda | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |