2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2005 Ford Ka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Ka |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |