2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 590 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Expedition | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 30 L |
