2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 850 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 2011 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, 2011 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 2011 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 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Ranger | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 30 L |
