2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | F-350 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 35 L |
