2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |
