2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 204 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Ranger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 82 L |